AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFood Safety: The U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak is now at a record pace, with federal officials confirming 4,173 domestic infections across 41 states since May 1, and thousands more suspected. In Indiana, health officials report 1,644 illnesses tied to shredded iceberg lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations in five states, with Taylor Farms recalling implicated products; the FDA later withdrew an initial positive test claim but says the investigation is still ongoing. Local Environment & Health: Indiana’s IDEM awarded $308,300 for waste tire cleanup grants, including Gibson County, citing fire, pests, and mosquito-breeding risks from improperly stored tires. Energy & Environment Policy: Indiana Michigan Power asked the IURC to approve a 1,520 MW natural gas combined-cycle facility at Rockport to meet rising demand as coal units retire. Community & Stewardship: Manchester University will host a free Regional Student Environmental Conference Sept. 28, organized with Earth Charter Indiana, featuring youth-led sessions and public workshops. Agriculture: A separate Indiana-focused piece highlights community-supported agriculture as a way to connect shoppers with local farms and reduce market risk for growers.
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