Agri Finance & Exports: A Philippines op-ed argues Land Bank should be restructured for export-focused farm lending, proposing a government-backed special-purpose vehicle to bypass risk rules that limit agriculture credit. Agri-Power Investment: India’s iSON Group plans $250M for modern farming plus a $200M, 400MW agro-solar push in the Philippines, building on a BCDA-linked 40MW solar project. Sustainable Farming in Practice: Virginia’s Roundabout Meadows shows how agrivoltaics can pair food production with clean power, donating nearly 240,000 pounds of produce since 2019. Trade & Market Access: South Africa and the Netherlands signed new investment deals spanning agriculture, renewables, tech and logistics to boost jobs and cross-border trade. Farm Operations & Risk: South Africa faces El Niño-linked water and food security risks, while snow in parts of the country is already disrupting livestock grazing and crop supply chains. Policy & Labeling: Colorado’s new law tightens “Colorado-grown” marketing rules, aiming to protect growers’ reputations. Food Safety: Whole Foods recalled jalapeño-containing prepared foods tied to a salmonella concern. Fertilizer Watch: India’s GSFC reported record Q1 fertilizer sales, but margin pressure from surging raw materials. Weather Tech: Manitoba farmers gathered to test new ag technologies to “weather change” amid volatile conditions. Livestock & Community: North Wales launches a shared machinery scheme for horticulture, and Indiana honored a 4-H Legacy Award winner.