Food Costs & Tariffs: Grocery prices keep climbing as tariffs, energy costs, weather shocks, and food-safety disruptions squeeze fresh produce and other staples, leaving “quick fixes” politically tempting but slow to work. Beef Market Pressure: Florida cattle ranchers are disappointed by Trump’s plan to import 300,000 tons of tariff-free beef to cut prices, arguing it disrupts cattle-market signals while producers still face high input costs. State Aid Rules: Florida moves to restrict TANF/EBT spending on “inappropriate” items like tobacco, adult content, and entertainment, building on earlier SNAP limits—raising concerns about impacts on low-income families and local retailers. Ag Land Use Law: Brevard County approved an agricultural enclave for 142 acres near Kennedy Space Center, and the state’s new enclave rules could make future development approvals easier. UF/IFAS Leadership: UF/IFAS named Mathews Paret interim director of the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center, aiming to build on research momentum for crop disease and diagnostics. Freshwater Fishing: FWC promotes its Big Catch program for anglers to log qualifying freshwater catches and earn recognition. Local Retail Change: Wild Fork Foods is set to replace the former Boston Market in Seminole, expanding specialty meat and seafood options.