AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAviation Fuel From Wood: Sawyer County’s Town of Bass Lake is weighing a proposed $1.7B Synthec Fuels/Johnson Timber plant that would turn Wisconsin wood into jet fuel for Europe, raising big questions about roads and local impacts. AI Power & Pollution: A Reuters report says xAI installed 59 unpermitted gas turbines for its Colossus 2 project, with emissions concentrated near Black communities in Mississippi—sparking fresh scrutiny of AI data-center oversight. Ocean Science Governance: Global Fishing Watch named new members to its science advisory board to strengthen ocean monitoring and accountability. Precision Fermentation Food Tech: The Every Company and ADM will scale animal-free egg protein (OvoPro) at ADM’s Clinton, Iowa facility, aiming to meet rising demand. Public Health & Food/Income: Wisconsin’s ALICE report finds 35% of households can’t afford basic needs, while a pediatric asthma clinic screening study reports a high rate of eosinophilic esophagitis in kids. Local Preparedness: Washington County urged agribusiness leaders to build emergency plans and training for storms, spills, and tech disruptions. Community & Industry Events: Trees for Tomorrow’s Forest Fest is set to teach residents about Wisconsin’s timber industry and jobs. Business & Tech Climate: Wisconsin ranked 22nd for business in CNBC’s state analysis, with strengths in economy and education but weaker workforce and quality of life.
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