Agriculture & Food Systems: FAO handed over US$56,000 in high-end soil testing and pest management equipment to SVG’s Ministry of Agriculture, aiming to boost hot pepper productivity through more scientific extension support. Marine Economy: Under the World Bank’s UBEC project, SVG wrapped up stakeholder consultations to draft a five-year seafood inspection plan and a fisheries/aquaculture action strategy, targeting safer products and renewed EU market access. Agro-processing: An Agro-processing Stakeholders Forum brought processors, finance and policy actors together to scale value-addition and cut the country’s EC$200m+ processed food import bill. Energy Costs: New fuel price controls take effect June 29, setting gasolene at $18.31/gallon retail and diesel at $17.53 (standard) and $17.40 (low sulphur). Logistics & Trade: Corea & Co. became the authorized agent for JP Logistics Solutions, launching UK-to-SVG specialty cargo and personal effects handling with door-to-door UK pickup. Aviation & Exports: Argyle International Airport announced Executive Air’s new air cargo service to strengthen trade links and help farmers move produce to international markets. Health (Public Safety): Health officials warned HIV infections are rising ahead of Vincy Mas, with cases clustering among ages 25–29 and men over 60, urging testing and condom use. Tourism Leadership: Shafia London was appointed CEO of the SVG Tourism Authority, taking over July 1 as the destination pushes further stayover growth and cruise tourism. Skills & Youth: ECCB’s free STEM Camp for ages 14–18 across ECCU territories is set for July 6.