New World screwworm showdown (Texas): Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller escalated criticism of USDA’s response, arguing for more aggressive tools like SWASS and sterile-fly releases as cases spread and interstate movement rules tighten. Fertiliser squeeze (EU): The European Commission unveiled short-term support to shield farmers from rising fertiliser costs, including €540m in financial relief and faster, more flexible CAP adjustments. Food assistance politics (US Farm Bill): Nevada AG Aaron Ford joined a coalition urging Congress to restore SNAP benefits and block further cuts that could worsen hunger. Dairy outlook (Australia): Dairy Australia reported milk production stabilising after timely autumn rain, but warned margins will stay under pressure from input and supply-chain costs. One Health and farm risk (global): New research tied hantavirus exposure risk to overlooked agricultural and wildlife-farming settings, pushing stronger One Health protections for workers. Local farming wins (Guam): Guam released first checks totaling $239k for crop losses after Super Typhoon Sinlaku, aiming to speed recovery for growers and livestock producers. Women farmers (India): Maharashtra plans a Women Farmers Empowerment Bill to improve legal recognition and access to schemes for women excluded by male-centric land rules. Pest and plant health (Cayman Islands): The Cayman Department of Agriculture is responding to spiral whitefly with resident guidance on monitoring, quarantine, and treatment options. Research and innovation (Montana): Montana State University scientists reported a cellular cysteine-making process that could open new cancer-treatment paths. Agriculture education (Bangladesh): A Khulna farmers’ rally and science fair promoted modern tech and sustainable practices through the Department of Agricultural Extension.