AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoSchool Funding & Taxes: Illinois’ 10th year under Evidence-Based Funding shows progress on per-pupil spending, but low-wealth districts still face much higher property tax burdens. Drought & Fire Risk: Nebraska remains heavily drought-stricken, while western communities in Nebraska cut back on fireworks due to wildfire danger. USDA Conservation: Wisconsin approved 15,900+ acres for 2026 CRP enrollment, including re-enrollments and new acres across General, Grassland and Continuous programs. Animal Health Alert: New World screwworm has been confirmed in two more dog cases in Texas and New Mexico, prompting urgent wound-check guidance for pet owners. Invasive Pest Watch: Michigan is urging residents to report spotted lanternfly sightings as populations spread across southeastern counties. Grain Markets: Corn, soybeans and wheat slipped overnight as traders weighed profit-taking and awaited USDA supply-and-demand data. Food Safety Recall: A major recall linked to contaminated dried milk powder has triggered a wide range of product pullbacks nationwide. Fertilizer Costs: Tariff cuts on farm equipment may not fully lower prices, and USDA is also pushing fertilizer production expansion. Policy & Labor: USDA is expanding crop insurance options for forage producers starting in 2027, while H-2A labor reform moves forward in Congress.
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