AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoInflation Watch: U.S. CPI hit 4.2% in May, the highest since 2023, with energy prices driving most of the jump—an important signal for Minnesota households and businesses watching input costs. University of Minnesota Athletics: UMN approved contract extensions for athletics director Mark Coyle (through 2032) and women’s basketball coach Dawn Plitzuweit, keeping momentum in the Gophers’ recruiting and program spending. Public Safety Tech: Crow Wing County is expanding use of Flock license plate readers, feeding alerts through the state BCA hot list—raising the stakes for how Minnesota communities balance safety and privacy. Food Safety: The FDA upgraded a voluntary recall of Alfredo sauce to Class I after potential salmonella contamination, with distribution across 41 states including Minnesota. Agribusiness: Pivot Bio says it’s expanding Minnesota-linked operations after relocating its global HQ to the state, aiming to boost nitrogen production capacity for farmers facing volatile input markets. Local Government: Kandiyohi County will consider a $10,000 veterans grant next week, plus an informational update tied to a fraud investigation.
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