AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDark Matter Research: Scientists at the LUX-ZEPLIN dark matter detector in a Black Hills gold mine reported an unusual, unexplained xenon interaction that could be a first hint of dark matter, though it’s not yet a confirmed discovery. Agriculture & Soil Health: USDA researchers near Brookings found that rotating corn/soybeans with sunflowers and small grains can boost soil structure and microbes, with corn yields up about 35% in dry years; cover crops also improved bee activity. Water Management: Rapid City made outdoor watering rules year-round after Pactola Reservoir’s status moved to “alert,” citing inflows still far below the historical mean despite recent rain. State Fair Ag Policy Clash: In the Rhoden vs. Ahlers debate at the South Dakota State Fair, both candidates focused on agriculture and rural issues, including whether to split the merged agriculture/natural resources departments and how to handle property taxes on ag land. Energy & Uranium: enCore Energy said its Dewey Burdock project in South Dakota received a 20-year federal license renewal, while the company continues work toward additional wellfield permits. Workforce Outlook: South Dakota’s Bureau of Labor and Regulation projected job growth of about 7.4% by 2034, driven by e-commerce, aging-related needs, and new technology. State Media: SDPB scheduled in-person, streamed debates for the U.S. Senate, governor, and U.S. House races ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
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