AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoLivestock & public health: The USDA confirmed New World screwworm in the U.S. with 5 cases so far—3 calves and a goat in Texas, plus a dog in southeast New Mexico—prompting quarantines and animal movement restrictions as officials urge vigilance. State response: Texas rolled out faster screwworm inspector training to speed identification and certification for livestock movement, while Florida expanded pet import blocks after detections. Federal funding: FEMA approved more than $69.3 million for post-disaster recovery across Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas, including debris removal and infrastructure repairs. Energy & environment: A produced-water “geyser” near Loving raised fresh concerns about oilfield wastewater releases and potential impacts on nearby homes. Economy & wellbeing: A Kids Count report says child well-being deteriorated in 29 states from 2021 to 2025, with New Mexico among those facing long-run education and health strain. Food supply: Global demand for protein is driving whey shortages and record prices, with more whey showing up in everyday foods.
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