New World Screwworm in Texas: USDA confirmed a flesh-eating New World screwworm in a 3-week-old calf in Zavala County, South Texas—the first confirmed case in the U.S. since 1966—prompting quarantines, a 20-km infested zone, surveillance, and sterile fly releases, with officials warning ranchers to watch for suspicious wounds as the risk to cattle supply could push beef prices higher. El Niño Crop Stress: Reuters reports hot, dry weather is already disrupting planting across Asia, with a strong El Niño expected later in 2026; analysts warn it could tighten global food supplies and raise prices for staples like wheat and rice. EU Beef Rules Pressure Brazil: Brazil is scrambling to meet EU antibiotic-use requirements to keep access to the EU beef market after Sept. 3, 2026, as critics cite weak traceability and compliance gaps. Brazil–China Ag Links: Separate coverage highlights growing agricultural ties between China and Brazil, including certification moves aimed at market access. Caribbean Food Security & Preparedness: Regional updates flag El Niño-linked hunger and extreme-weather risks, urging preparedness across Caribbean food systems.