AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAgriculture & Livestock Biosecurity: U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins visited a Texas ranch tied to the New World screwworm’s return, backing a plan that uses sterile fly releases and urges ranchers to watch wounds and treat fast as warming weather helps the pest spread. Energy & Oilfield Operations: A report from the oil patch highlights jet fuel prices rising on Middle East disruptions, while Oklahoma’s rig count edged down slightly; separately, Oklahoma regulators face scrutiny over produced-water releases tied to oilfield activity. Road & Infrastructure: Oklahoma Turnpike Authority crews begin Monday on a new $9M SH-375/Indian Nation Turnpike diamond interchange near SH-63, adding access to Blanco and resurfacing/drainage work, with minimal overnight lane closures expected into early 2027. Local Industry & Governance: Inola trustees tabled an industrial district moratorium after AG Gentner Drummond moved to block a proposed aluminum smelter. Construction & Workforce Training: Payne County OSU Extension held a beef fabrication workshop for participants in the Hoof to Hook contest, spotlighting skills tied to Oklahoma’s food and processing pipeline. Economy Watch: Inflation hit 4.2% in May, driven by higher energy costs tied to the Iran situation, keeping rate-cut hopes in check.
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