Food Safety & Policy: A new report says U.S. Rep. Andy Harris helped delay a Food Traceability Rule during the cyclospora outbreak, leaving investigators to track the source after thousands were sick across dozens of states. Local Food Economy: After a recall of imported beef, Charleston-area shoppers are turning to nearby farms, boosting sales for South Carolina ranchers and raising demand for transparency. Florida Agriculture & Water Quality: Florida’s herbicide spraying on Lake Okeechobee is drawing backlash from anglers who say dead vegetation and nutrient pulses worsen algae blooms and hurt fish and business. Cattle & Ranching Support: A push for “predictability and certainty” for cattle producers highlights the need for stable markets, stronger processing capacity, and policies that help rebuild herds. Ag Innovation in Florida: Florida Tech is using indoor hydroponic microfarms to grow fresh greens for campus dining, showing how controlled-environment growing can feed local menus. Planting & Gardening: UF/IFAS Master Gardener Plant Sale returns in Sarasota with Florida-friendly plants and plant clinic help for homeowners. Wildlife & Fisheries: A massive Atlantic mullet migration is drawing predators, anglers, and boat “chaos” as fish leap to escape. Animal Welfare: Six Gainesville men face federal dogfighting charges, with indictments tied to alleged violations of animal welfare laws.