Food Safety Shock: A Cyclospora outbreak tied to recalled Mexican iceberg lettuce is pushing Georgia shoppers toward farmers markets and local sourcing, with cases now reported across 20 states. USDA Research Cuts: The Trump administration is shuttering two of three U.S. cyclospora research projects, while the remaining work faces relocation hurdles and staff reluctance. Farm Credit Relief (Bangladesh): Bangladesh Bank cut rates on its Tk 10,000cr and Tk 3,000cr agriculture refinance schemes, capping farmer/customer charges at 7% to speed rural lending. Climate Pressure (Philippines): The Department of Agriculture ordered agencies to keep updating El Niño response plans as drought risks domestic output and food prices. Procurement Fix (India): Odisha extended paddy procurement registration to Sept 7 after floods, rainfall, and online glitches blocked farmers. Trade Boost (Saudi-Pakistan): Saudi Arabia and Pakistan agreed to raise Pakistani agri and food exports to $3B, prioritizing rice, red meat, fruits, fodder, and water-efficient tech. Crop Diversification (Vietnam): Vietnam’s Central Highlands coffee farmers are shifting to durian for surging Chinese demand, with durian acreage soaring over the past decade. Livestock Health (Bangladesh): A free vaccination drive protected about 3,000 cows in Rajshahi’s Char Majhardia after recent disease deaths. Local Market Dispute (US): Malibu’s farmers market returns to its longtime county lot after a temporary move tied to permit and safety concerns.