Fertiliser Supply Watch (India): India’s Department of Agriculture cut Kharif urea needs to 190.32 lakh metric tonnes and DAP to 56.23 LMT, citing IMD forecasts of a weaker monsoon tied to El Niño, while imports and stocks are expected to cover gaps. Trade Deal Momentum (India–US): India and the U.S. say most of the interim bilateral trade agreement is done, with talks in Delhi focused on “commas and full stops” like legal text and tariff/market-access details. Trade Deal Momentum (India–Oman): India’s CEPA kicks in June 1, giving duty-free access to 98% of tariff lines (99.38% by export value), with agriculture and processed foods flagged as key beneficiaries. Weather Risk (Karnataka): IMD issued a yellow alert for heavy rain across Karnataka from June 1–5, advising farmers to plan field work around possible waterlogging and downpours. Market Stabilisation (Philippines tobacco): JTI Philippines will buy an extra 3.32 million kg of green-weight tobacco leaf from domestic farmers to absorb part of a 5 million kg surplus after global demand cooled. Dairy Gap (Bangladesh): Bangladesh lags neighbours in buffalo milk output due to low productivity, breeding gaps and limited investment, even as buffalo numbers slowly rise. Horticulture & Tourism (Cambodia): Grapes are taking off in Siem Reap, with farmers expanding viticulture and using it to boost agritourism. Aquaculture Risk (Insurance): New reports track growth in shrimp and salmon farm insurance as disease and climate shocks push farmers toward coverage. Soil Health Push (India): India launched the month-long “Khet Bachao Abhiyan,” urging soil testing, balanced fertiliser use and water conservation to protect yields. Local Farm Support (India): Delhi approved Rs 75,000 per hectare compensation for farmers hit by heavy rains and waterlogging in Aug–Sep 2025.