AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFertilizer Funding: Nebraska is among the states selected for a federal program backing domestic fertilizer production, part of a $1.34 billion investment push to reduce reliance on imports. Water Infrastructure: Plattsmouth’s flood-damaged drinking water and wastewater systems are getting a long-term upgrade, including a $23 million state loan to connect the city to Omaha’s water supply. The Omaha Tribe has also opened a new $8.5 million water treatment facility in northeast Nebraska. Farm Runoff: A Nebraska team won $1 million to track hidden nitrogen underground, a project that could help farmers better manage nutrients and protect water. Drought and Grazing: Recent rain eased drought in parts of Nebraska, while a Nov. 5 field day near Verdigre will showcase virtual fencing and grazing practices. River Pollution: A new report says atrazine, a widely used farm pesticide, is contaminating about a quarter of U.S. rivers—raising concerns for waterways across agricultural regions.
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