Ukrainian Grain Logistics: Poland and Romania say they won’t expand transit of Ukrainian grain through their territories, citing pressure on local farmers and port limits worsened by low Danube water levels; Ukraine is urging the EU to boost transport capacity and cover logistics costs, warning that without help up to 35 million tons could be stuck. EU Budget Fight for Industry & Farms: Seventeen EU leaders, including Slovakia, are pushing Ireland’s EU presidency to protect funding for the Common Agricultural Policy and Cohesion Policy, warning proposed cuts would weaken Europe’s “backbone” policies. Slovakia Agriculture Hit by Drought: The Slovak Statistical Office estimates sharp drops in autumn crops, with corn down to about 53% of last year and sugar beet down 62%, while potatoes are forecast to buck the trend with record yields. Green Cities Spotlight: Košice is among five finalists for the EU Green Capital 2026 awards, with winners due 8 October in Guimarães. Port & Logistics Growth: Croatia’s Adriatic Gate Container Terminal (ICTSI) in Rijeka reached 4 million TEUs since 2011, highlighting rail and road links into Central Europe, including Slovakia. Energy & Renewables: Rezolv Energy energised the first 192 MW phase of Romania’s VIFOR Wind Farm, with the full 461 MW project due to complete in 2027.