Energy & Water Pressure: Queensland farmers near the Darling Downs say an Anthropic data centre could drain scarce water and power just as El Niño tightens conditions, raising fears of a new rural resource squeeze. Farm Policy & Trust: An Irish survey finds most farmers rate Agriculture Minister Martin Heydon’s performance poorly, citing strained relations and fuel protest fallout. Rural Crime & Land Access: UK rural groups warn organised hare coursing gangs are trespassing and damaging farms, prompting stronger police action. Drought Relief in India: Maharashtra leaders push for Latur to be declared drought-hit and for urgent crop-loss surveys after Oct 5, with compensation and fodder support urged. El Niño Impacts in Asia: Cambodia’s drought is forcing corn farmers to cut acreage or abandon crops as El Niño threatens deeper dry conditions. Climate Threats to Crops: Greenpeace Japan reports heat-damage days have surged, putting autumn crops at risk and threatening farm incomes. Breeding for Rotations: UQ research argues crop breeding should target what varieties leave for the next crop, aiming to cut fertiliser costs and lift yields. US Farm Bill Momentum: Farm groups applaud Senate Agriculture Committee progress on a long-awaited farm bill. Local Market Support: Delaware signs a Farm to Community Program to connect farmers with local buyers and expand fresh food access. Livestock & Feed Stress: Virginia declares a state of emergency over hay shortages, easing transport rules to move critical feed faster. Agriculture Innovation Awards: Queensland recognises a Women in Agriculture winner for connecting agrifoodtech ecosystems, and a nut innovator for turning lower-grade nuts into high-value powder.