AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFood Safety: Walmart is recalling Bettergoods pistachio nut butter in 19 states, including Nebraska, after salmonella was found in a specific lot (6.7-ounce jars; lot LB028ACP04; exp. Jan. 28, 2027). Omaha Environment: ProPublica and Flatwater Free Press report lead levels still exceed EPA thresholds in east Omaha yards, raising questions about how much cleanup is truly complete. Nebraska Business Growth: Scoular plans a soybean dehulling investment at its Covington, Ohio, facility to expand food-grade supply for plant-based beverages, with operations targeted for mid-2027. Local Economy & Talent: Omaha’s young professionals say affordable housing is still a major barrier as the city pushes to retain talent. Policy & Markets: Nebraska Sen. Pete Ricketts is pushing the Stop Insider Trading Act in the Senate, aiming to tighten stock trading rules for lawmakers. Health & Tech: Attorneys general are pressing OpenAI to preserve records tied to the Hugging Face hack, citing safety and data-risk concerns. Energy & Agriculture: Grain markets are pulling back in overnight trade as corn, soybeans and wheat soften, while ethanol demand and trade remain in focus.
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