Sugar Industry Turmoil: Fiji’s crushing season is underway but early cane shortages and a harvesting standoff are threatening mill efficiency, with Government urging farmers to harvest immediately and warning delays could hit local supply and export markets. Labasa Mill Targets: FSC says Labasa is aiming for about 605,000–610,000 tonnes of cane, while farmers and officials push for faster deliveries to keep operations on track. Fuel Support Stays Put: Despite diesel price drops, Government will maintain the full $5m fuel support for cane farmers and add a $3/tonne manual harvesting subsidy to boost harvesting capacity. Shipping Crisis Hits Taveuni: Inter-island shipping disruption is choking trade and leaving shelves bare; a backup vessel is now servicing the Natovi–Taveuni route as authorities work to stabilise ferry services. Jobs at Risk, Assured: PAFCO dismisses closure fears at Levuka’s tuna cannery, saying processing will continue under a new Spain-linked partnership. Climate & Energy Watch: Officials warn a possible prolonged Super El Niño could strain electricity and agriculture, while Fiji also advances a $52.5m forest restoration project for climate resilience. Tourism & Skills: Marriott Fiji launches a leadership programme to grow local managers, and a Yasawa youth training drive is placing graduates into tourism jobs. Trade & Investment Links: A new PNG-Fiji Business Council will review trade agreements and map business assets to boost SME participation and alignment.