Trade Dispute Watch: Thailand says it’s ready to escalate Malaysia’s June 1 suspension of imports for five Thai shrimp species to WTO/ASEAN talks if bilateral negotiations stall, while rolling out 13 measures to absorb about 400 tonnes of monthly output. Farmgate & Infrastructure: Philippines’ Zamboanga del Sur secured P345m for farm-to-market roads via the 2026 General Appropriations Act to cut transport costs and boost rural market access. Dairy Value Chains: Malaysia’s Jemaluang Dairy Valley targets 4,000 cows and 10m litres annually by year three, aiming to grow a local dairy ecosystem and reduce premium milk imports. Crop Decisions: India’s Maharashtra cotton area could rise 10–15% in kharif as farmers shift from soybean amid price signals and weather risk. Procurement & Storage: Tamil Nadu’s agriculture minister made surprise checks at paddy procurement centres, pushing extra storage and faster handling to prevent losses. Food Safety: Kenya faces renewed alarm after tests found aflatoxin in cereals far above the 10 ppb limit, with cost of testing flagged as a barrier for small traders. Risk Management: USDA NRCS California says it’s ready to support producers against New World screwworm risk along the southern border with conservation and monitoring steps. Renewables for Farmers: Odisha plans an AgriPV policy by 2027 to let farmers earn from solar without hurting crop output. Market Access & Logistics: India’s Nashik onion exports face uncertainty as Mundra Port congestion and container shortages could delay shipments.