AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoOhio Agriculture & Rural Health: Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton toured Henschen Family Farm in Auglaize County, pressing for new corn/soy markets, fully funded OSU Extension, and better rural mental health access. Great Miami River Safety: Hamilton’s low dams could be removed after an ODNR H2Ohio grant backs a river overhaul aimed at reducing drownings and injuries tied to dangerous currents. Food Safety & Manufacturing Impact: FDA flagged a new cyclosporiasis outbreak (72 cases) as Ohio’s total climbs past 2,500; Taylor Farms temporarily shut its central Mexico processing facility tied to the outbreak, while Taco Bell ran a lettuce-free $1 promotion to steady demand. Housing Affordability: COHHIO says Ohio renters need $23.82/hour to afford a basic two-bedroom, up as the wage gap widens. Ohio Data Centers & Water Permits: Ohio EPA declined to finalize a general NPDES permit for data centers, and governor candidates spar over how to regulate growth. Energy/Tech Policy: A new “ratepayer protection” push has governors and utilities backing the idea that data centers should pay grid upgrade costs. Aviation/Ohio Jobs: Farnborough coverage highlights IndiGo’s massive LEAP engine order, pointing to thousands of GE Aerospace jobs across Ohio. Invasive Pests: Northwest Ohio communities step up spotted lanternfly control with traps and tree-of-heaven removal.
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