AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEl Niño Watch for Paraguay: Paraguay’s meteorology agency says El Niño is expected to shape weather from late August, with stronger impacts into spring and summer 2027—bringing warmer winter temperatures, more intense storms, and higher flood risk; the government has already started prevention work like clearing waterways and running flood simulations. Food & Health Risks From Climate: A Reuters report warns Latin America could face one of the strongest El Niño events on record, with knock-on effects for crops, energy, and trade; for Paraguay and nearby producers, extra rainfall could help some harvests, but extreme conditions still raise public health concerns. Indigenous Nutrition Knowledge: Researchers at UNA’s FACEN published a guide on wild edible plants used by Mbya Guaraní communities in Itapúa, documenting 38 native species to protect biocultural heritage as deforestation pressures traditional food systems. Mycotoxins in the Region: A study using corn samples across Latin America highlights contamination risks—especially fumonisins—relevant for poultry and food safety, including data that covers Paraguay.
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