AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFood Safety Fallout: Federal health investigators say the worst cyclosporiasis outbreak in U.S. history is tied to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms served at Taco Bell, with 1,644 lab-confirmed cases across five states and 94 hospitalizations reported. Education & Training: Nebraska’s new LB 748 lets NEST 529 accounts pay for approved credential and career training programs beyond a traditional four-year degree, including trades like welding, HVAC, CDL training, IT, and construction. University Life: UNMC opened a new residence hall even as the Nebraska university system faces a $36M state budget cut, with leaders warning of tighter hiring and travel. Global Service: UNK students traveled to Peru to run mobile clinics, providing free care and medication to more than 600 patients while learning about healthcare gaps. Rural Health & Safety: Volunteer rescue squads across Nebraska are struggling with staffing shortages, putting emergency response at risk. Local Economy: The Decker family’s Newcastle grocery is shifting 49% ownership to an employee stock plan, keeping family control while giving workers a stake. Agriculture & Community: A new AgWorks Corridor links 11 counties along I-80 to boost regional ag growth and investment.
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