Weather & Farm Safety (Philippines): The Department of Agriculture warned farmers as Typhoon Obet enters the PAR, boosting habagat rains and possible flooding across Luzon, Western Visayas and Negros, urging crop harvesting, moving seeds/equipment to higher ground, and securing livestock. Urban Food Systems (Philippines): Quezon City partnered with Agrigaia Tech to build an urban farming demo site at Quezon City University, with women leading training and using hydroponics, aquaponics and vertical farming. Input Integrity (Philippines): The DA ordered tougher action on counterfeit and illegal fertilizers after authorities seized 778 fertilizer bags in Nueva Ecija, including online-market sales. Dairy Markets (US): USDA cut its 2026 butter and nonfat dry milk forecasts but lifted dry whey outlook, citing protein demand. Biosecurity (Europe): Ireland’s DAFM is monitoring a new midge-borne Shamonda virus spreading in cattle across Europe, with key risks to unborn calves. Irrigation Investment (Philippines): The Philippines seeks a $100M ADB loan for solar-powered irrigation to expand year-round water access for small farmers. AgTech & Careers (US): Imperial Valley College and University of Arizona Yuma expanded Agri-STEM transfer pathways for local students. Livestock Trade (US-Mexico): USDA reopened a Douglas, Arizona cattle crossing after screwworm risk eased, aiming to ease record beef prices. School Meals (US): USDA and HHS launched “Harvest to Hallways” to connect more local farmers to school nutrition and upgrade kitchen capacity. Fertilizer Support Pressure (Ireland): Farmers’ groups are pushing Ireland’s agriculture ministry to deliver a fertiliser support scheme amid tighter European supplies. Animal Health & Research (US): Hays Agricultural Research Center announced its Aug. 26 Fall Field Day on soil health, nitrogen management and irrigation.