Water & Drought: Suwannee River Water Management District issued a Phase II Water Shortage Order (WSO 26-004) affecting most district counties, with key exclusions including Gainesville, Micanopy and Hawthorne. Water Quality & Algae: Florida Atlantic University received a $600,379 DEP grant to develop 3D-printed adsorbent structures that capture excess phosphate from surface waters—aimed at reducing harmful algal blooms before they form. Citrus Health: An EPA-registered citrus greening treatment based on spinach-derived antimicrobial peptides cleared the way for commercial use, with Florida growers expected to access it in late 2026. Pollinators: UF/IFAS extensions are inviting Floridians to join the Great Southeast Pollinator Census this weekend (Aug. 21-22) to document bees and other pollinators and track habitat gains. Shellfish & Harvest: West Bay Shellfish Harvest Area is closing at sunset, a reminder for seafood buyers and anglers to watch local harvest notices. Local Growth Pressure: Environmental groups and residents are challenging Lee County’s push to rewrite the Southeast Lee Community Plan, saying public input is insufficient and development is favored. Food Safety: Florida cyclosporiasis cases continue trending downward statewide, though some counties still report new illnesses.