AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPesticide Pressure in Kenya: New FAO figures show Kenya’s pesticide use hit a record 6,953 tonnes in 2024, with fungicides and bactericides leading, and more than two-thirds classified as highly hazardous—raising health and environmental concerns across major crops. Climate Drought Warning for the Caribbean: CIMH and UWI researchers warn that strengthening El Niño could bring hotter, drier conditions into 2027, with reduced rainfall and higher evaporation likely driving drought risk across Windwards, Leewards and ABC islands. Water Security Focus in the Region: Grenada will host the 35th Annual Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association conference (Oct 12–16) on water security, climate resilience, wastewater and solid waste management. Martinique Troops Train in Curaçao: A platoon from Martinique’s 33rd Marine Infantry Regiment completed amphibious and urban-environment exercises with Curaçaoan forces to boost regional cooperation. Martinique Volcano Tourism Spotlight: A travel feature highlights Saint-Pierre’s 1902 ruins and Mount Pelée alongside black-sand beaches, framing the volcanic north as a standout eco-and-history destination.
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