Fertilizer Crackdown: A Philippines lawmaker urged jail time for firms selling substandard fertilizers after the Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority filed a criminal complaint tied to alleged illegal dealership activity in Caraga. Nematology Boost: The University of Idaho named Erika Consoli to its first presidential endowed chair in nematology to help producers tackle crop losses from soil pests. Aquaculture Governance: Mariveles (Bataan) held a 3-day fishery law training for deputized fish wardens, covering illegal fishing cases and proper handling of seized materials. EU Trade Pressure: Ukraine is pushing to renegotiate EU tariff-free agricultural export quotas in September as Black Sea port attacks disrupt shipments. Tariff Turbulence: Canada-U.S. trade talks collapsed after “last-minute” changes, with retaliatory tariffs set to hit sectors including agriculture. Beef Import Backlash (US): Iowa and farm groups criticized Trump’s plan to allow more imported ground beef, warning it could undercut domestic cattle markets. Food Security Under Strain: Gaza farming families are returning to rehabilitated fields, but still face water and input shortages. Climate & Disasters: Vietnam’s Storm Narra damaged crops and homes in northern provinces, while El Niño-linked warming threatens monsoon-dependent agriculture in Cambodia. Solar Farming (Vatican): The Vatican plans a €100m agrivoltaic renewable power project pairing solar generation with crops. Research Integrity: India’s IGKV paper leak case saw arrests after a professor allegedly used an endoscopic camera to copy sealed exam papers.