Agroforestry Incentives: The Nature Conservancy and partners launched Missouri-relevant agroforestry support through a 30-state USDA-funded program, offering incentive payments from a $39M fund plus technical help; the application window runs June 30–Aug. 11. Local Data Center Zoning: Kirksville City Council unanimously moved to review and set data center zoning standards, asking developers to pause projects until the policy process finishes. Wildlife Water Safety: Missouri Department of Conservation guidance warns that poorly managed wildlife hydration stations can spark mosquito problems; shallow water with perches and regular water changes are key. Superfund-to-Data Center Push: The U.S. DOE approved a $100B plan to redevelop a former uranium site in Paducah, Kentucky, into a major AI data center campus—raising new questions about environmental cleanup and land reuse. Missouri Food Aid Partnership: Martin Rice will supply rice for Missouri FFA members to pack 250,000 meals for families in need during the Missouri State Fair. State Climate Rule Fight: Iowa and Missouri renewed their court challenge to New York’s greenhouse gas reporting rule aimed at out-of-state ethanol and biodiesel producers. Purple Corn Research: University of Missouri researchers say purple corn anthocyanins could become more durable natural food colorants, potentially replacing Red 40. Heat & Health: Coverage highlights that extreme heat is returning and can raise health risks—especially for vulnerable residents.