AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAgriculture & Climate: A new push for “novel” crops like lentils, millet, lupins, hemp and sunflowers is gaining traction as growers look for drought-tolerant options that can also improve soil—though breeding, agronomy and processing capacity still need investment. Space Science: Panama is hosting NASA/NOAA WB-57 atmospheric flights under the SABRE mission, using a high-altitude aircraft to study tropical aerosols and gases that feed better climate models. AI Governance: The World Trade Center Georgetown is urging Guyana and CARICOM to build safeguards for AI—focusing on misuse, economic disruption and keeping human control—while still supporting responsible adoption. Digital Health: Panama reports 66% of people experience digital eye strain from electronic devices, echoing ophthalmology warnings about reduced blinking and dry-eye symptoms. Payments Access: The World Bank Group backs a $700mn plan to reduce settlement risk so banks and fintechs in Latin America and the Caribbean can join global card networks. Conservation: Argentina’s Snapshot project expands standardized camera-trap monitoring to track mammals and strengthen biodiversity conservation. Regional Tech & Trade: Mexico ranks 4th globally for tourism’s direct GDP contribution, highlighting the role of infrastructure and digital transformation in sustaining growth.
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