AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPesticide Pressure: Kenya’s pesticide use hit a record 6,953 tonnes in 2024, up sharply from 444 tonnes in 1990, with fungicides and bactericides leading; over two-thirds of products are classed as highly hazardous, raising health and environmental concerns for farmers and ecosystems. Storm Watch for the Lesser Antilles: Tropical Storm Dolly formed in the Atlantic days after Dolly Parton’s death (purely coincidental), and forecasters expect it to weaken but still bring heavy rain to the northern Lesser Antilles, with possible impacts on travel and local conditions. Indigenous Heritage & Livelihoods: Kalinago Chief Anette Sanford and Councillor Miranda visited St. Kitts to expand regional cooperation, including plans for a permanent Kalinago Craft Centre to support artisans and preserve shared heritage across the islands. Route du Rhum Climate Angle: Ocean Fifty multihulls are set for Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe, with a rule limiting new boat builds aimed at reducing carbon footprint while keeping competition intense. Sports Infrastructure Spillover: Bermuda’s national team will play Nations League qualifiers away from home due to delayed lighting upgrades at Flora Duffy Stadium, with matches shifted to Barbados and Guadeloupe.
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