AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFarm Policy: The Senate Agriculture Committee advanced “Farm Bill 2.0” on a 12-11 vote after Sen. Mitch McConnell returned, moving the package forward along party lines while Democrats pressed for changes to nutrition timelines. Iowa Food & Schools: Iowa Sec. of Agriculture Mike Naig announced 125 schools will get Choose Iowa Local Food for Schools grants (about $1,600 each, matched by schools) ahead of Iowa Local Food Day. Energy & Ag Trade: USDA unveiled a biofuels trade plan aimed at expanding ethanol exports and easing market restrictions, targeting countries across Latin America and Asia. Local Business/Workforce: Iowa Workforce Development launched a $3.5M career training grant program for high-demand jobs, while a metro supportive-housing award totaled $1.5M. Consumer Safety: FDA recalled multiple hand soap products sold in 15 states due to possible bacterial contamination. Politics & Costs: Two Iowa GOP lawmakers—Zach Nunn and Mariannette Miller-Meeks—broke with their party to support a War Powers resolution to end the Iran conflict as gas prices climb.
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