AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAgriculture: MIDA stepped up disease surveillance at a beekeeping operation in Panama Oeste, sampling for bee illnesses and advising on hive management. The ministry also authorized Mayacert Latin Corp. to certify organic products in Panama, adding an option for producers seeking export markets. Canal Logistics: The Panama Canal raised daily reservation capacity from 33 to 34 transits and increased maximum Neopanamax draft to 15.24 metres as water conditions improved. Pineapple Exports: Ananas Panamá is shipping about 15,000 kilos a week to Europe, but says limited fruit supply—not demand—is holding back growth; it has also begun air shipments to Lebanon and is exploring Qatar. Water Infrastructure: In Chitré, earthquake damage to a 400,000-gallon tank has worsened water distribution. IDAAN plans a temporary plant adding one million gallons of daily capacity and a permanent upgrade.
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