AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCotton Pest Watch: Georgia Extension and partners are tracking a newly detected cotton jassid first found in June, with detections rising across the lower Southeast and an industry update planned for the rest of the season. Retail Turnaround: Wayfair reported Q2 results that beat forecasts, with revenue up 7.5% to $3.5B, active customers up to 21.7M, and operating margins improving to 3%—though the bottom line still needs work. Public Safety & Food Supply: The CDC says a salmonella outbreak tied to Mexican jalapeños has reached 27 states, including Georgia, with restaurants like Chipotle and Qdoba stopping the implicated peppers. Local Business/Tech: The FCC voted to repeal the long-standing TV ownership reach cap, a move that could reshape Atlanta-area station deals as broadcasters compete with streaming. Workforce & Agriculture: Coverage highlights how H-2A and H-2B seasonal visa programs keep labor flowing for farms and seasonal non-ag jobs. Energy/Permitting: Evans County approved a 198-acre solar farm near Claxton, targeting completion by March 2028.
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