AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 minutes agoFood Security & Policy: Nebraska pantry leaders warn that a new push to require citizenship checks for TEFAP emergency food could force more people to turn away, even though 20–25% of pantry food is federally funded. University Strategy: The University of Nebraska system is hiring Deloitte to run a systemwide assessment aimed at improving alignment, coordination, and long-term effectiveness, including a financial sustainability review. Power Grid Resilience: The U.S. Department of Energy authorized extra resources for the Southwest Power Pool to reduce blackout risk across 17 states during extreme heat, including Nebraska. Agribusiness & Risk Management: Nebraska Extension urges western growers to scout for western bean cutworm after heavy moth flight activity, with treatment timing tied to trap counts and field scouting. Local Economy & Community: C&S Wholesale Grocers is cutting prices on thousands of grocery items across multiple states including Nebraska, targeting value for rural shoppers. Workforce & Family Costs: A Nebraska child care affordability report says the crisis starts before birth and costs the state’s economy nearly $2 billion a year, squeezing working families. Sports Business: Nebraska volleyball ticketing details were announced for the Aug. 16 Red-White Scrimmage and the Sept. 16 Nebraska-Creighton home match.
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