AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFishing Ban: Paraguay’s 2026–27 fishing prohibition begins November 2 to protect spawning fish. It runs through December 20 in waters shared with Argentina and January 31, 2027, in waters shared with Brazil; authorities say violations can bring fines and equipment seizures. Flood and Climate Risks: The OAS warns El Niño could bring excess rain and flooding to the La Plata basin, including Paraguay. Rising Paraná, Uruguay and Iguazú rivers have already kept the Yacyretá crossing between Ayolas and Ituzaingó closed. Urban Biodiversity: Parque Guasú’s November 1 guided walk highlighted native wildlife in the 124-hectare Asunción reserve, where 289 bird species have been recorded. Regional Wetland Warning: Two Brazilian municipalities in the Pantanal have been classified as dry sub-humid for the first time, with reporting pointing to degradation of the Cerrado uplands that feed the wetland’s rivers. Climate-Smart Farming: IFC financing for Agrofértil will expand farm tools combining climate data and agronomic guidance for Paraguayan producers.
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