AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEPA Energy Policy: The EPA repealed major Biden-era power plant greenhouse gas rules, a move North Dakota leaders called a win for reliable, affordable electricity. Avian Health: H5N1 avian flu was confirmed in commercial poultry in North and South Dakota and other states, with new detections also reported in Idaho dairy herds. Farm Costs/Logistics: Rail fuel surcharges on grain shipments hit record highs, more than doubling year over year and squeezing harvest-season budgets. Energy Prices: Diesel prices stayed volatile, with GasBuddy reporting the lowest diesel in Grand Forks County at $5.09 and in Bottineau County at $5.54 for the week ending Sept. 5. Carbon Pipeline Watch: Iowa regulators moved toward hearings on Summit Carbon Solutions’ next pipeline phase, with landowners pushing back on timing and process. Wildlife/Outdoor Ops: ND Game and Fish reminded waterfowl hunters to clean, drain, and dry gear to prevent aquatic nuisance species spread. Defense/Local Industry: The Air Force erected an inert Sentinel ICBM model at Vandenberg as it prepares to replace Minuteman missiles, including those based in North Dakota. Ag Innovation: A Japan trade tour highlighted North Dakota beef marketing, including demand for premium cuts like tongues.
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