Colombia Election & Rural Security: As Colombia heads toward a presidential runoff, voters are weighing social programs for the countryside against fears that armed groups are only “talking peace” while still terrorizing remote communities. Caribbean Food & Tourism: Rum tourism is shifting from a casual add-on to a major Caribbean growth engine, blending heritage, hospitality, education and retail experiences. Dairy Policy Push: Dominica’s IICA seminar spotlights agricultural MSMEs and food security through trade and accountability, while separate dairy coverage highlights efforts to expand local milk production and processing capacity. Caribbean Hot Sauce Pepper Shortage: Scotch bonnet peppers are getting harder to source due to extreme weather, disease and pests, threatening hot sauce supply and raising costs for Caribbean producers. Onion Price Support: India raised onion procurement prices by 24.4% to Rs 15.80/kg under its buffer stock scheme to protect farmers and stabilize retail prices. Plant Health Threat: A New World screwworm outbreak has been detected in Mexico near the U.S. border, raising alarm for cattle health and potential beef price impacts. Brazil–China Trade: Brazil’s foreign minister is set to meet Chinese officials in Beijing, with agricultural exports driving a large Brazil trade surplus. Coffee Market Watch: Coffee prices fell as Brazil’s harvest was expected to resume after weather delays, pointing to improving supply expectations.