Climate-smart farming push: Borongan City in the Philippines is seeking UN-backed technical help for a climate-smart agriculture program that would extend to four nearby municipalities in Eastern Samar. Weather damage hits farms: In the Philippines, Tropical Depressions Luis and Maymay plus monsoon rains have caused about P700m in agricultural losses, with rice taking the biggest share and damage across multiple regions. US crop outlook: USDA’s August report forecasts U.S. corn production at 16bn bushels (down 6%) while soybean output rises to 4.52bn bushels (up 6%). Seed recovery in Nigeria: Nigeria is rolling out Renewed Hope agricultural seeds nationwide to help farmers recover from seed shortages and delayed rainfall. Ghana funds ag education: Ghana launched the GH¢100m GAFET endowment to sustainably finance agricultural education, labs, demo farms, mechanisation and research. Trade and logistics pressure: Ukraine asked the EU for €220m in non-repayable aid to support small and medium farmers facing export problems after port attacks. Animal health for exports: A U.S. livestock industry briefing stressed that disease-free herds are key to keeping access to global markets. Farming and conflict risks: Israeli strikes hit agricultural areas around Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon’s Tyre district. Fertilizer cost squeeze: CoBank warns fertilizer prices may stay above pre-war levels through 2028, pressuring farmers and retailers. Aquaculture debate: Falkland Islands residents are calling for a referendum over a proposed salmon farming operation.