Heatwave Pressure on Farms: Record-breaking temperatures across Western Europe are already hitting agriculture, with France reporting hundreds of thousands of poultry deaths and some dairy output down 15–20% as carcass collection struggles. CAP Negotiations: Ireland’s Martin Heydon says the next CAP talks need a “balance” between member-state flexibility and keeping a common rulebook, warning negotiations will be “very delicate.” Dairy Price Squeeze: Ireland’s ICMSA says milk farmers are stuck after months of low prices and high costs, calling for an EU-wide voluntary milk supply reduction scheme to lift prices. Armenia–EU Trade Push vs Russian Blocks: Armenia’s leaders are seeking wider EU market access for agri-food after Russia imposed import bans on multiple Armenian products, including flowers and fruits. Ukraine Recovery & EU Finance: At a Gdansk forum, Ukraine confirmed receipt of the first €3.2bn tranche of an EU loan, with a second €6bn tranche expected soon, including support for drone production. Irrigation Deal: Kenya secured German support for smallholder irrigation expansion in western counties, aiming to raise farmer incomes. Post-Brexit Food Security Warning: UK scientists warn heat-driven harvest failures could make it harder to afford food in the coming years.