Mexico–US Sugar Trade: USDA projects the U.S. will import 1.15M metric tons of Mexican sugar in 2026-27, a 512% jump, potentially adding up to US$272M for Mexican producers and reversing recent export declines. Tequila Market: IWSR expects global tequila to keep growing through 2030 (2% CAGR), with premiumisation helping even as U.S. demand slows. Ethanol Fuel Debate (India): BIEPA pushes back on social-media claims about E20 harming engines or mileage, urging consumers to rely on government and industry data. Peru Seafood Exports: Peru’s snake eel fishery gets MSC certification, with producers targeting new markets and export growth to about US$20M annually over five years. Caribbean Travel Capacity: Caribbean Airlines adds 72 flights (7,600+ seats) to the Trinidad-Tobago air bridge for peak July-August demand. Venezuela Earthquake Fallout: Uruguay postpones a second aid flight to Venezuela after Caracas changes entry conditions, with talks ongoing to get supplies through. Brazil Critical Minerals: Brazilian Nickel secures about US$19M from BNDES for its Piaui nickel project, aiming for production in 2028. Consumer Health (Produce Safety): Experts warn cyclosporiasis linked to imported herbs/produce may be underdetected, saying “if you don’t look, you don’t find.” Retail & Food (Mexico): Chipotle opens its first Mexico restaurant and signals further expansion.