AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFarm Policy: Arkansas Farmers Union says it’s disappointed the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee failed to move the Farm Bill out of committee, arguing families need both a bill now and the right bill—calling out gaps on farm safety nets, conservation funding, and protections against corporate monopolies. Local Sports Business: The Arkansas Travelers secured a new 20-year lease with North Little Rock for Dickey-Stephens Park through 2046, setting up more community events beyond baseball. Higher Ed & Workforce: The Arkansas State University System approved a systemwide strategic plan and revised capital budgets, including CREST Center phase one in Jonesboro and the Center for Health Science in Newport. Food & Retail Risk: Taylor Farms expanded a voluntary recall of jalapeño products tied to possible salmonella contamination, with distribution reaching major retailers and restaurant chains. Public Safety Tech: Mayflower will stop using Flock license plate reader cameras, joining Cabot and Pea Ridge in backing away from the devices. Energy & Markets: FutureFuel reported Q2 profit improvement on a price-bet payoff and rising demand, while Murphy USA posted stronger Q2 net income and adjusted EBITDA. Nonprofit Leadership: Samaritan Community Center in Rogers named Gardner Andreas its new executive director.
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