AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNebraska Economy & Energy: Nebraska Farm Bureau warned producers about a squeeze from higher fuel and fertilizer costs, citing diesel prices lifting expenses by nearly 45% and projecting major profit losses for corn and soy. Fuel Prices: GasBuddy data showed sharp week-to-week volatility, with the cheapest midgrade in Otoe County at $3.72 and Knox County diesel hitting $4.95; statewide averages for midgrade and diesel were also reported. Ag Labor & Costs: North Dakota farmers are increasingly relying on H-2A foreign workers as job openings remain hard to fill, with record diesel prices hitting at the wrong time. Policy & Business Climate: Nebraska voters will decide in November on legalizing online sports betting, with backers and major sportsbooks already spending heavily on ballot efforts. Consumer & Health Alerts: FDA issued a Class II recall for multiple hand soap products sold in 15 states due to potential bacterial contamination. National Business/Legal: The FTC and multiple states sued Amazon over alleged hidden surcharges that they say inflated ad prices and costs for families. Local Business Spotlight: Modivcare named Matt Williams to a top corporate affairs role, underscoring continued healthcare-industry policy and stakeholder focus.
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