USDA-HUD Housing Streamlining: USDA and HUD signed a “historic” MOU to streamline environmental reviews and inspections tied to affordable housing, aiming to cut red tape for rural communities and homebuyers. Diesel Squeeze for Ag: EIA data show on-highway diesel easing from last week’s highs, but freight rates remain elevated; Arkansas and North Dakota moved to temporarily ease dyed-diesel rules for farmers and loggers as costs bite. Trade Pressure on Farm Inputs: Canada’s tariff retaliation strategy is hitting politically important states, including dairy and farm machinery, adding uncertainty for US agriculture supply chains. Drought Impacts Water Reliability: Colorado’s Blue Mesa Reservoir has fallen below 20% full, threatening recreation and livelihoods tied to the water system. Crop Watch—Corn and Cover Crops: USDA grain stocks show corn supplies up year-over-year while wheat is down; a new national cover crop survey reports continued adoption growth. Food Safety: USDA recalled 2,000+ pounds of frozen pork breakfast sausage due to possible plastic contamination, warning some product may still be in restaurant freezers. Local Harvest Update: Michigan’s early apple harvest is underway in Oceana County, with some varieties already mature.