El Niño Pressure on Farms: India’s Punjab paddy farmers are bracing for a weaker monsoon as forecasters warn a strong El Niño could mean a long rainfall deficit, higher irrigation costs, and more stress on groundwater. Food-Security Prep: The FAO is urging early action ahead of El Niño, warning agriculture-dependent communities could face major food crises later this year and into early 2027. Water Crisis in Europe: Italy’s Po River is seeing saltwater push up to 18 km inland during an early heatwave, forcing irrigation curbs and putting crops like soybeans, maize, rice, and alfalfa at risk. Pollinator Risk: Research links low-dose sulfoxaflor exposure to molecular changes in bumblebees, raising concerns about crop protection choices and future pollination. Local Harvest Stories: Oman’s Sohar Mango Gene Bank is preserving 252 mango varieties for long-term breeding and resilience, while Namibia’s Omushiyo Mixed Farm is celebrating a second potato harvest—40 tonnes from one hectare. Rural Jobs Boost: Jordan and the IsDB-backed HOPE program signed in Vienna aims to expand rural employment and climate-smart farming through improved finance and value chains. Farm Economy Strain: U.S. farm income is in a prolonged downturn, with bankruptcies rising and producers “cutting back on expenditures and inputs” to survive.