AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoManufacturing: United Petfood bought a 98,063-square-foot Decatur plant for $24.22 million, adding its third North American production site. Agriculture: Expanded beef imports have yet to ease grocery prices and are pressuring cull-cow prices, University of Arkansas livestock economist James Mitchell says. Arkansas farmers, meanwhile, could receive up to $1 billion in federal safety-net aid. Defense Industry: Camden-made Iron Dome interceptors have begun rolling out, marking a milestone for the state’s defense manufacturing sector. Business Growth: A manufacturing accelerator graduated 25 Arkansas companies after coaching them on financing, leadership and growth plans. State Economy: Arkansas revenue beat forecasts by 11% in September.
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