Fisheries Management: The Philippines’ BFAR-11 has started the 2026 Davao Gulf closed season, banning specific commercial gear (including bagnets and ringnets) from Cape San Agustin to Talagotong Point until Aug. 31 to protect small pelagic fish during spawning. Climate-Resilient Farming: Liberia launched a US$103.9M, five-year climate resilience agriculture push (SARTLA) to restore ecosystems, boost food security, and strengthen sustainable fisheries across seven counties. Soil & Carbon Finance: Taiwan’s Satoyama Mace Initiative released a biochar methodology to help farmers turn agricultural residues into carbon assets while supporting soil health and biodiversity. Dryland Research: ICRISAT and ICAR announced Dryland Congress 2026 in New Delhi (Sept. 10–12) to advance resilient, sustainable dryland agri-food systems. Farm Budget Pressure: Namibia’s Sikondo Green Scheme manager warned that major irrigation and tractor budget cuts are threatening full production across 512 hectares. Livestock Cooperation: India urged BRICS knowledge-sharing on livestock feed, disease control, and climate-smart solutions. Agri-Policy & Skills: UK land-based sector skills shortages are being flagged as a food security and net-zero risk, with Lantra calling for urgent government action.