Land-Use vs Energy: The Philippines’ Department of Agriculture is proposing geofencing to protect up to 3 million hectares of flat farmland—especially rice areas—as solar projects expand, aiming to avoid overlaps with energy sites. Food Security & Water: Israel warned of possible water disruptions after severe seawater turbidity forced five of six desalination plants offline, with officials linking the issue to storm conditions and possible algae drift. Crops, Climate, and Losses: In Ghana, tomato farmers in Ada East/West are asking for an investigation into dying seedlings after transplanting, while in the Philippines’ Zambales, heavy rains and floods have caused P37.55m in agriculture losses, led by rice. Policy and Markets: The U.S. is seeking public comment to rescind the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, and USDA unveiled a “Ranchers First” push to rebuild the cattle herd and expand processing support. Trade & Logistics: The Port of Churchill loaded the first grain export since 2020—30,000 tonnes of Canadian durum wheat bound for Europe—signaling renewed shipping momentum. Africa’s Farm Reality: AGRA reports that Africa’s production gains haven’t translated into reliable farmer incomes, urging the next phase to focus on value, resilience, and shock-proof livelihoods. Tech for Farmers: Uganda’s digital extension services are expanding, but access is limited by connectivity, affordability, and fragmented delivery.