Climate & Food Security: A Philippine peasant group urged immediate action as El Niño forecasts point to intensification into very strong levels and persistence until early 2027, warning of crop failures and worsening rural hunger. Weather Shock in Europe: UK forecasters warn a heatwave could trigger a chicken shortage, citing 2022 transport deaths of thousands of birds during >40C conditions. Food Innovation: UK scientists at Heriot-Watt University are developing a way to cut saturated fat in sausage rolls while preserving flaky laminated pastry texture. Food Prices Watch: Egypt’s June 28 data showed packaged sugar, flour and rice down, tomatoes sharply lower, while potatoes rose. Agribusiness & Investment: Malaysia’s Kedah attracted RM1.4bn in approved investments via 50 projects, with inland districts also flagged for food processing and agro-industries. Food Safety/Industry Risk: A shrimp processing ammonia leak in Tamil Nadu has killed 15, with unions alleging safety and inspection gaps and calling for a judicial inquiry. Packaging & Supply Chain: Portugal issued its first offshore aquaculture permit, signaling a push for tech-led, sustainable seafood capacity off the Algarve.