AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoKansas Agriculture & Risk Watch: Kansas wheat harvest results are swinging wildly by location as drought cut yield potential in some fields, while recent rain is also boosting weeds—producers are balancing harvest timing with the growing threat of New World screwworm and federal farm policy updates. Public Health & Livestock: K-State and state animal health officials are urging vigilance after a confirmed New World screwworm case in a Texas calf, stressing wound monitoring and preparedness as the pest could spread. Infrastructure Funding: Gov. Laura Kelly announced 18 Kansas communities won $13.7M for airport and energy grid resilience projects, leveraging IIJA dollars plus state and local matches. Transportation Projects: KDOT is advancing multiple road and bridge works, including K-4 culvert extensions in Rush County and a Toulon Ave bridge repair in Ellis County, with lane reductions and short delays. Community & STEM: United Way of Central Kansas awarded $2,600 to five Barton County nonprofits, including an engineering/innovation lab for students. Local Business & Food: Kolache Factory marked its second anniversary with World Cup-themed mural photo stops in Shawnee, Kansas, and Houston. Weather & Safety: Hays reported minimal storm rain while Kansas officials continue to track extreme heat and severe weather impacts.
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