The Morning Brew: Thursday, 3.5

Minnesota, which first caught the salmonella outbreak linked to Peanut Corp. of America, could serve as a model for food-safety efforts. (USA Today)

Venezuela President Hugo Chavez nationalizes Cargill's operations in his country. (Reuters)

Bam! Emeril personally responds after a woman uses one of his branded pans to ward off an attacker. (Cleveland Plain-Dealer)