AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDrought Relief for Farmers: Gov. Jim Pillen says USDA Sec. Brooke Rollins has expanded drought disaster designations, adding 13 more Nebraska counties for emergency loan help—bringing coverage to 86 of 93 counties and freeing up up to eight months of assistance. Ag Supply Pressure: Cover crop seed buyers are being urged to book now as some varieties face tighter supplies and higher prices, with Nebraska-based growers warning triticale availability is running low in parts of the country. Grid Stress From Extreme Heat: The U.S. Department of Energy issued an emergency order for 17 states, directing the Southwest Power Pool to keep generation resources ready as heat drives demand and raises blackout risk. Energy & Infrastructure: NorthWestern Energy reported second-quarter 2026 results, noting progress on its merger approvals and ongoing regulatory steps. Local Business/Travel: Gretna approved incentives for the first Buc-ee’s in Nebraska, with the company also committing to intersection upgrades near I-80. Trade Watch: Nebraska ag leaders are pushing to renew, not renegotiate, USMCA, arguing the deal underpins thousands of jobs tied to exports to Canada and Mexico.
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