Philippines Farm Tourism: In Iriga City, Camarines Sur, a self-taught farmer turned a mountain experiment into Purple Hill Vineyard, now producing 30+ grape varieties and drawing visitors for pick-your-own harvests. China South-South Agriculture Cooperation: A UN official says China’s Global Development Initiative is shifting toward practical support, including rice-production tech and training aimed at cutting post-harvest losses and boosting rural jobs. Fiji Carbon Market Prep: Fiji launched a $5.2m, five-year plan to enter international carbon trading by 2030, with agriculture, forestry and nature-based solutions at the core. Vietnam Rice Exports: Vietnam shipped 6.4m tonnes of rice in Jan–Sep 2026 (down on year), but China and Iraq saw strong value growth. India–Switzerland Trade Push: India and Switzerland signed mobility and other pacts tied to TEPA, aiming to expand market access for Indian exports including agriculture. Maharashtra Drought Support: India’s PM backed drought relief for farmers as the state sought central assistance, including water and fodder support. China Smart Wheat Planting: Xinjiang’s circle-shaped, Beidou-guided center-pivot wheat sowing highlights tech-driven farming on desert edges. U.S. Grain Logistics Watch: USDA data shows corn/soy export inspections easing week-on-week but staying solid, underscoring ongoing supply-chain pressure. Pakistan Livestock Reform: Pakistan approved a plan to restructure livestock on corporate lines, enabling duty-free imports for specialized farms geared to exports.