US-Iran Farm Trade Push: Trump told farmers the U.S. is preparing to expand agricultural exports to Iran, saying unfrozen Iranian assets would be used to buy American wheat, soybeans and corn, while also seeking fresh farm aid from Congress. Regenerative Agriculture Order: Trump signed an executive order to scale regenerative practices, directing USDA to expand its pilot program and pushing EPA to prioritize alternative crop protection tools. Monsoon Stress for India: India’s monsoon is running about 43% below normal for June, with states seeing major rain deficits; officials urged contingency planning and crop choices. Women Farmers Bill (Maharashtra): The Maharashtra cabinet approved a draft law to recognize women farmers without land ownership, creating a “women farmer certificate” to unlock credit, subsidies and extension. Cambodia Cashew Value Chain Forum: Cambodia’s agriculture ministry held a cashew sector forum in Kampong Thom to tackle cultivation, processing and export bottlenecks. Armenia Agri Lending Demand: VTB (Armenia) reported a 27% jump in agricultural loan volumes in H1 2026 for its fast-disbursing product. Azerbaijan Cotton Insurance Plans: Azerbaijan is exploring cotton-farming insurance mechanisms to reduce price-risk, alongside irrigation and laser leveling upgrades. Food Safety Alert (US): USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for misbranded honey Dijon chicken products due to undeclared eggs. EU Heat Threats: A new ECB study warns compounding heat and drought could hit EU agricultural growth hard, especially in Mediterranean regions.