AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFarm Leadership: North East farmer Clare Wise has been named Agriculture Woman of the Year, recognised for modernising her mixed farm and championing women in farming. Farm Resilience: Purina is supporting 110 UK wheat farmers across 8,000 hectares to trial cover crops, rotation and reduced soil disturbance as weather pressures mount. Water Security: Huelva strawberry producers and irrigation groups have joined forces on research, training and more efficient water use. Farm Innovation: Researchers have used leaf spectra to estimate soybean root-nodule traits without digging up plants, offering a potential tool for tracking crop performance. Investment: Northern Ireland horticulture businesses can seek grants covering up to 40% of eligible technology costs. Farmer Support: South Africa’s budget includes temporary fuel relief and more funding for agricultural extension, but farm groups say delivery and accountability will be crucial. New Income: Agritourism is giving farms another way to earn as rising costs and market swings squeeze traditional operations.
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