Customs & Logistics: Malaysia is testing a “Smart Durian Fast Track” with China to cut clearance for Malaysian durians to just 3–4 hours via an inspect-on-arrival model at KLIA–Zhengzhou. Fertiliser & Inputs: Malaysia’s National Farmers Organisation (NAFAS) signed a RM1.5 billion, five-year MoU with Chinese firms to build an integrated phosphate fertiliser industry, including raw-material processing and long-term supply. Ag Education & Research: Bangladesh Agricultural University is set to receive a $180m ADB-backed project to upgrade into a South Asia agricultural research and knowledge hub, with climate-focused priorities. Trade & Market Access: India and the US have closed the first tranche of a bilateral trade deal, but India says it’s waiting for Washington’s preferential tariff framework—aiming to protect farmers and fishermen. Food Prices & Climate: FAO says global food prices hit the highest level since late 2022 as adverse weather, Black Sea/Middle East trade disruptions, and tighter fertiliser supplies raise pressure. Water & Farming Innovation: In drought-hit Chile, fog-catch nets can collect up to 650,000 litres a year for agriculture and restoration. Philippines Agri Trade: The Philippines’ agricultural trade deficit widened to $1.19bn in July as imports rose and exports fell.