Earthquake Response: A 7.8 offshore quake hit southern Philippines near Maasim (Sarangani), killing at least five as buildings collapsed and power outages spread; President Marcos ordered evacuations to higher ground. Water & Farm Policy: Australia’s Defence Minister faced questions linking water security to national resilience, while Victoria’s Campaspe Shire demanded stability in Murray-Darling Basin water recovery rules after dairy closures and local economic damage. Global Food Security: A UN WFP analysis says Middle East conflict fallout is already pushing millions more into hunger, with fertilizer shortages and high fuel costs set to worsen crop outcomes. Livestock & Trade Growth: FAO reports global animal food supply has surged since 1961, with poultry and eggs driving most of the rise, while losses and cold-chain gaps deepen regional inequality. Agritech & Water Monitoring: India’s Haryana showcased satellite-based farm monitoring that helps detect water stress early and supports officials across millions of fields. Rural Conservation Funding: New Zealand’s QEII National Trust funding is set to double under National’s pledge, backing landowner-led habitat protection. Irrigation Crisis: Pakistan’s Sindh faces severe canal shortages during Kharif, with major canals drawing far below targets. Export & Value-Added Foods: APEDA enabled Karnataka millet functional foods to reach New Zealand by sea, signaling growth in India’s processed agri exports. Agriculture & Politics: Nepal’s yak herding story spotlights women taking on traditional roles, while Somalia’s women-led peace push calls for inclusive national dialogue to stabilize elections and security.