AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSteel Incentives: Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a bill extending about $1.36B in tax incentives for Mesabi Metallics’ proposed $15B southeast Iowa steel mill, after lawmakers approved the package; the deal hinges on benchmarks and includes “claw back” terms if the company misses requirements. USDA Energy Fight: Iowa farm and solar groups sued USDA over major changes to the Rural Energy for America Program, arguing the new rules effectively block solar projects and were applied retroactively. Banking Leadership: The Iowa-linked Midwest banking world gets a shake-up as Parkway Bank in Chicago brings in Chip Reeves (ex-MidwestOne CEO) as CEO and David Provost as executive chairman, with plans to grow lending and add bankers. Dairy Industry: Midwest Dairy CEO Corey Scott was named next president and CEO of the national dairy checkoff organization, starting Oct. 12. Ag Tech & Inputs: BASF is preparing a new soybean cyst nematode trait, Nemisphere, aimed at improving durability as resistance sources lose effectiveness. Renewables Impact: A new Midwest study finds wind and solar projects can boost rural jobs, wages, and GDP—while also fueling local permitting and property-value disputes.
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