Food Policy & Retail: Nearly 250 U.S. convenience stores warned USDA that a SNAP rule requiring more fresh produce and protein could force them to stop accepting food stamps unless enforcement is delayed, citing unclear guidance. Regenerative Farming Grants: Napa Green won a $3M NACD grant, with $2M going to Napa Valley growers for cover crops, compost/biochar, no-till, rotational grazing and hedgerows. Aquaculture Standards: Nigeria’s LASCAFAN praised a new federal aquaculture technical committee but urged standardisation, reliable feed supply and need-based research. Crop Protection Watch: Washington’s Columbia Basin potato growers report unusually high potato psyllid counts; researchers say zebra chip risk looks low so far. Trade & Markets: A U.S. multi-state delegation visited Morocco’s ports (Casablanca, Tanger Med) to improve agricultural logistics and market access, including for U.S. soybean meal. Beef Prices Scrutiny: DOJ is investigating major retailers over high beef prices, as the administration also moves on beef import rules. Labor Rules: A court fight over the H-2A wage methodology raises back-pay risk for employers. Ag Tech & Climate Resilience: Researchers identified a molecular mechanism that helps leaf pores stay open during heat, pointing to new heat-resilient crop options. Rural Business Support: Minnesota opened applications for its AGRI Works grant to fund ag, horticulture and rural community projects.