AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoGMO Border Controls: Paraguay’s neighbors are tightening biosafety screening—Kenya’s National Biosafety Authority says imports of commercially approved GM plants, animals, microorganisms and veterinary vaccines must get NBA clearance before release at ports. Food & Farming Innovation: Paraguay’s IPTA unveiled new cassava varieties (plus sweet potato, tomato and pepper) developed over four years to boost production, strengthen food security, and fit local climatic and sanitary conditions for smallholders and industry. Climate Risk for Water: Reports warn that a possible “Super Niño 2026” could drive major Paraná River flooding impacts across the basin, with uncertainty on where the heaviest rains will hit. Forest Conservation Spotlight: A Todo Pulmón Paraguay Respira launched registrations for the 15-year anniversary “Colosos de la Tierra” tree campaign, inviting nominations through Aug. 12 to recognize Paraguay’s biggest and most meaningful trees. Public Health Cooperation: PAHO convened Americas health officials in El Salvador to accelerate trachoma elimination, with Paraguay among participating delegations. Regional Air Liberalization: Paraguay signed an MOU with Argentina, Brazil and others to progressively open South American air transport markets and reduce regulatory barriers.
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