AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoScrewworm Response: The U.S. has released its billionth sterile screwworm fly from a facility in Chiapas, Mexico, near Guatemala, as the region fights a pest that can devastate livestock and threaten up to $2.5B in damage in the U.S. Southwest. Climate Risk for Industry: The UN warns a “supersized” El Niño is intensifying through February 2027, with Guatemala already seeing erratic weather and drought that can hit crops, energy generation, and mining operations. Biofuels Rollout: Guatemala moved from planning to implementation of its E10 ethanol blending program, with terminal dispatches starting Aug. 22 and about 75% of stations dispensing E10 by Aug. 25. Energy Storage Expansion: Spain’s Norvento Enerxía says it’s prioritizing Guatemala and other Latin American markets to scale utility-scale energy storage, building on microgrids and industrial self-consumption. Apparel Supply Chain: AAPN and VESTEX showcased Guatemala’s vertical apparel manufacturing capabilities to major brands, highlighting yarn-to-finished-garment production.
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