Food Security & Reserves: Jordan says wheat and barley stocks can cover roughly 6–10 months via warehouse holdings plus contracted imports, but officials are now asking how to boost local production, not just rely on storage. Ag Investment & Value Chains: Oman says 12 localized ag projects worth OMR97.4m and 13 investment opportunities worth OMR122.8m are being pushed through Invest Oman to strengthen food security and domestic value chains. Sustainable Farming Research: A new U.S./Canada study reports regenerative practices can match conventional yields and profits while boosting soil carbon capture and biodiversity—an argument for “cultural change,” not just new techniques. Fertilizer Smarter Testing: Researchers propose a cheaper phosphorus test targeting DNA-bound phosphorus to cut fertilizer waste and reduce runoff that fuels algal blooms. Commodity Watch: Wheat stayed under pressure as Black Sea shipping efforts intensified, while corn weakened after USDA data showed higher stocks. Farm Policy Pressure: India’s rabi season faces uncertainty as El Niño strengthens and monsoon rains fell well below normal, raising risks for sowing and yields. Local Support Programs: Wisconsin opened applications for its Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin grants (up to $200,000) to fund processing, marketing, and distribution of locally grown foods. On-the-Ground Risks: In the West Bank, Israeli forces blocked olive harvesters near Beita, with UN warnings about rising access restrictions during harvest season.