US Farm Safety Net: USDA is rolling out a first-ever crop insurance option for turfgrass producers via Turfgrass Value Select, with pilot coverage in select counties across 10 states and add-ons for shallow losses or wind index protection. Livestock Resilience: American Farmland Trust’s redesigned Beef Producer Economic Resilience Initiative is now part of USDA’s Advancing Markets for Producers, backing 700 beef producers with sustainable grazing training and market access. Pest Control Research: FFAR, Agragene and NC State are funding a $300,000 ROAR grant to test a new sterile-male fly approach to suppress New World screwworm, after costly Texas outbreaks. Trade & Biofuels: USTR is moving ahead with 25% tariffs on most Brazilian goods, citing ethanol market access and illegal deforestation concerns—prompting a strong response from Growth Energy. Weather & Risk: Wildfire smoke from Canada is choking parts of the northern US, with guidance to limit outdoor time for people and protect pets and livestock. Produce Safety: Cyclosporiasis cases are surging nationwide; experts say locally sourced produce (like farmers markets) may reduce risk, though officials are still tracing sources. Animal Waste & Water: A new report says Iowa has more large CAFOs than six years ago, generating massive manure volumes tied to nitrate pressure on waterways. Global Ag Cooperation: The US and Armenia discussed expanding agricultural exports and regulatory pathways for Armenian products into the US market.