Energy & Power Reliability: BEL says it’s scrambling to shore up grid capacity as drought trims hydro output and Mexico’s CFE cuts trigger load shedding; officials also point to a pending standby generator and continued talks with CFE while Hydro Belize pursues solar diversification. Hydro Under Pressure: Extended drought is squeezing Belize’s main renewable source, pushing the utility toward backup and new generation plans. Social Security Investment Watch: PM Briceño defends the Social Security Board’s plan to pour another $20M into Hydro Belize shares, arguing it’s a secure way to keep funds working. Electricity Planning: The Ministry of Public Utilities convened stakeholders to map Belize’s electricity supply strategy for growing demand. Agriculture & Livestock: Cayo farmers got pasture establishment training with Brizantha and Mombasa seeds, while small cattle producers received subsidized Brahma breeding bulls to boost herd genetics. Meat Processing Push: Minister Ferguson says a local meat processing plant is on the agenda to raise value and give farmers a steadier market. Cane Farmers Under Strain: Sugar cane growers face a short second crop payment and a continuing Fairtrade premium fight as Tate & Lyle signals an appeal. Fisheries & Climate Resilience: CRFM and CCCC leaders in Belize City agreed to deepen collaboration on protecting oceans and tackling sargassum impacts. Logistics & Enforcement: Customs seized over 1kg of suspected cannabis in Belize City, highlighting ongoing pressure on cross-border shipments. Regional Aid: Belize joined CARICOM’s humanitarian relief to Venezuela, including 88 containers delivered.