Humanitarian Food Security: WFP and Germany’s GIZ, with EU/Germany/Ireland funding, launched Uganda’s EUR 14m Energy and Self-Reliance Programme (ENSER) for 33,000 refugees and host communities in West Nile, after funding cuts worsened hunger and malnutrition. Health & Weight-Loss Drugs: Gan & Lee’s shares jumped after selling Europe rights to its GLP-1 weight-loss drug Bofenglutide to Menarini for up to EUR726m, covering EU plus UK and parts of the Balkans. Climate Pressure on Food: Western Europe heat is pushing costs up for Italy’s Parmigiano Reggiano, with banks upgrading cooling and milk output estimated down as cows eat less in the heat. Hospitality Safety Rules: Spain’s updated hospitality labour agreement adds heatwave risks to venue risk assessments, meaning outdoor terrace service may be paused if conditions are unsafe (no automatic closures). Dairy Methane Debate: A new EU study finds public acceptance of methane-cut feed additives varies by additive type, with chemical options like 3-NOP (Bovaer) facing communication hurdles. UK Food & Drink Retail: UK retail sales rose 1.3% in July, with food up 3.8% as warm weather and World Cup viewing boosted spending. Market Moves: Vitasoy appoints ASCO Foods as its new UK & Ireland distribution partner from 1 October 2026.