AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoWildfire emergency: Gov. Kelly Armstrong issued a statewide fire emergency as drought worsens, warning of fast-moving wildfires and activating the state emergency plan through Dec. 1. Local enforcement: Grand Forks City Council preliminarily approved updates to its no-trespass ordinance so any second offense becomes a Class A misdemeanor, aligning with state law. Agriculture research: NDSU dedicated its new Bolley Agricultural Laboratory in Fargo, a major $87M-plus state investment plus private support, expanding work in plant pathology, breeding, weed science, agronomy, soil science and horticulture. Food safety: A Salmonella Javiana outbreak tied to recalled jalapeños has reached 345 cases across 27 states, with North Dakota listed among affected states. Business/industry: Centerspace released its 2025 ESG report, highlighting greenhouse gas inventory work, smart home expansion, and decarbonization efforts. Community needs: Sleep in Heavenly Peace announced 21 new chapters and new leadership roles to tackle child bedlessness.
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