AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPublic Lands & Wildlife Policy: The BLM has lifted its ban on “cyanide bombs” (M-44s) on public land, shifting use to a case-by-case basis—an issue tied to predator control and already used in parts of South Dakota. Energy Infrastructure: Great River Energy briefed a county board on a proposed 765 kV transmission line as PowerOn Midwest plans new long-term power delivery across the region. Defense & Permitting: A coalition of 21 states and major industry groups backs the U.S. Air Force in a lawsuit over the Tarague Beach detonation range, arguing a major win could trigger more permitting delays nationwide. Livestock Biosecurity: USDA confirmed New World screwworm in Texas; South Dakota officials are urging ranchers to step up herd inspections as summer shipping and grazing ramp up. Ag & Cost Pressure: A South Dakota veterinarian told a Trump farmer roundtable that producers need help with input costs—especially fuel and planting/contract labor. Education & Industry Talent: South Dakota Mines faculty Michael Dowding earned a national SPS mentorship award, and Mines is also inviting ceramic artists to use Fuson Shale clay for a Black Hills-themed exhibition. Local Construction & Housing: Sioux Falls road work starts June 8, Spearfish broke ground on a new affordable apartment complex, and Le Mars approved a $6.3M Municipal Park upgrade. Consumer Protection: Attorney General Marty Jackley warned South Dakotans about storm-repair scams as severe weather season begins.
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