AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNew World Screwworm Alert: A parasitologist warns the return of the flesh-eating New World screwworm is likely spreading beyond a single confirmed case, with US counties now under quarantine as officials ramp up animal health surveillance. Belize Tree Push: Belize’s Greening Belize initiative keeps rolling—CEO-led tree planting at Our Lady of Fatima RC School and a new CEO Caucus youth replanting program aim to build a culture of stewardship while driving toward the one-million-trees-by-2035 goal. Drought and Farm Support: With drought concerns tied to below-average rainfall, Opposition leaders back disaster funding for farmers but demand strict transparency and oversight of cash assistance. Climate Finance for Conservation: Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) marks another milestone, saying it has mobilized over BZ$36M for climate resilience with an additional BZ$140M in the pipeline. Sustainable Agriculture Links: CARDI welcomed a Brazil-led delegation to strengthen regional food security and showcase climate-resilient crop outputs, including varieties produced in Belize. Coast Guard Safety & Fisheries: The Coast Guard rescued seven near San Pedro and met fishing cooperatives to improve collaboration against illegal fishing and protect marine resources. Digital Resilience: Belize hosted a regional workshop on strengthening digital resilience, focused on keeping critical government data secure during disasters and cyber threats. Heat Records: Global reports flag May 2026 as the second-warmest May on record, reinforcing the urgency of climate action.
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