AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCannabis Policy & Innovation: The U.S. reclassified cannabis to Schedule 3, opening the door for clearer federal rules and more THC/CBD beverage experimentation. Community Solar Finance: PureSky Energy completed a $183.7M investment-grade refinancing covering 211 MW of solar and 58 MWh of storage across Minnesota and other states. Wildfire Smoke & Extreme Heat: Minnesota issued air quality alerts as smoke from Canadian and northern Minnesota wildfires threatens hazardous conditions, on top of dangerous heat. Food Safety: The FDA is investigating a fast-growing cyclospora outbreak tied to produce like lettuce/salad greens, with Minnesota public health experts urging careful washing and prompt medical contact for severe watery diarrhea. Public Health & Teaching: St. Cloud State earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality for preparing elementary teachers to teach reading. Right to Repair: John Deere agreed to a federal “right to repair” settlement, expanding access to diagnostics and fixes for farmers. Tech, Privacy & Policing: Faribault officials defended Flock camera use under Minnesota privacy rules, while other communities face scrutiny over similar surveillance tools. Space: NASA astronaut Anil Menon launched to the ISS for an eight-month mission with research and technology demos.
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