Weather & Food Security: Philippines’ agriculture is taking a hit from Tropical Storms Luis and Maymay plus the southwest monsoon, with damage reported across rice, corn, high-value crops and fisheries; authorities also warn habagat rains may continue and could trigger more flooding and landslides. Enforcement on Prices: In response to the same disruptions, the Philippine National Police says it will crack down on profiteering, hoarding and overpricing of farm goods. Regional Funding for Farming: Cebu Province received ₱265m for health and agriculture priorities, including farm-to-market roads and food security projects. Water Stress in Agriculture: Bulgaria’s agriculture minister flags drought and water shortages as the main threats, calling for repairs and funding for irrigation canals. Farm Policy Deadlock: North Dakota farmers are frustrated after failed Farm Bill negotiations, with lawmakers expected to vote again in September. Trade & Supply Routes: Moldova agreed to move 600,000 tons of Ukrainian food via rail as Black Sea exports face disruption from attacks. Agri-Investment Push: Nigeria’s Cross River State approved N355.31m for a NIFOR oil palm research lab and admin complex to boost productivity and downstream value chains. Agri-Tech & Capital Markets: European Energy reached financial close on a €234.1m agrivoltaic project in Sicily, combining solar generation with ongoing agricultural use.