AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSouth Dakota Politics & Agriculture: Gov. Larry Rhoden and challenger Dan Ahlers sparred at the South Dakota State Fair, both criticizing Trump’s push to import more foreign beef—Rhoden called it “wrongheaded,” while Ahlers said South Dakota must be a stronger advocate for ranchers. Cannabis Finance: A South Dakota credit union story highlights why cannabis banking is still stuck—federal rescheduling to Schedule III didn’t create a safe harbor for banks serving licensed operators. Rural Broadband: Federal delays are holding up about $21B for rural internet projects as states wait for guidance on how to spend BEAD funds. Crop & Soil Research: South Dakota researchers say adding sunflowers to corn-soybean rotations can improve soil health and help stabilize corn yields in dry years. Workforce & Business Climate: South Dakota’s labor agency projects job growth of about 7.4% by 2034, faster than the national rate. Local Development: Watertown’s Benedictine sisters are turning 500 acres into the Village at Harmony Hill, with up to 700 residences plus education and health care. Industry Recognition: Prairie Business released its 2026 “50 Best Places to Work” list, including multiple South Dakota engineering and construction firms. Science & Energy: Scientists at the Sanford Underground Research Facility reported a possible dark matter interaction signal from a xenon detector.
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