Farm Finance in India (Maharashtra): Maharashtra’s cabinet has approved a farm loan waiver for loans up to ₹2 lakh, aiming to help about 56 lakh farmers, with an extra incentive for regular repayers; the formal announcement is being held back until after June 18 Legislative Council elections. Food Prices Enforcement (Philippines): The Department of Agriculture is stepping up surprise market inspections to enforce a PHP50/kg cap on imported rice with 5% broken grains, issuing notices of violation to retailers that exceed the limit. Dairy Expansion Plan (Indonesia): Indonesia says it needs about 1.4 million more dairy cows to reach milk self-sufficiency, with the target herd size around 2 million if productivity stays near current levels. Fertiliser Shortage (Kenya): Maize farmers in North Rift are camping at the Eldoret NCPB depot over a shortage of topdressing fertiliser (CAN), warning the delay could cut yields. Rural Digitalisation (Zimbabwe): FAO and the government are accelerating digital transformation in rural farming through “digital villages” to improve productivity and market access. Livestock Disease Response (Cyprus): Farmers agreed to continue foot-and-mouth culling where outbreaks are detected, with compensation increased for sheep and goat farmers. Agri Policy & Incentives (Philippines/Trade): The Philippines’ latest Strategic Investment Priority Plan version expands incentives for agriculture and processed agri-food activities, alongside other value-adding sectors. Urban Farming (Philippines): Las Piñas is running free hydroponics training and distributing seedlings and seeds to boost urban food production.