AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAgricultural Logistics: Twin Cities & Western Railroad won a $22 million federal grant for 200 new grain hopper cars and track upgrades. The railroad operates more than 360 miles in Minnesota and South Dakota, and the investment is intended to improve shipping capacity and reliability. Livestock Research: Two SDSU researchers helped lead a multistate project honored for work to improve reproduction and profitability in cattle, sheep and other livestock. Infrastructure Jobs: A study projects the Ports-to-Plains corridor, which includes South Dakota, could support an average of 34,519 jobs annually across nine states during a projected 25-year construction period. Ranching and Land: Nearly $8 million in federal funding will support South Dakota grassland restoration and ranchers through the Second Century Habitat Fund. Economic Conditions: A regional supply-manager survey found South Dakota lost manufacturing jobs over the past year, while state economic discussions also point to declining labor force participation as a challenge.
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