AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCotton Pest Watch: Georgia’s first discovery of the invasive cotton jassid in June is back on growers’ radar, with detections rising across the lower Southeast and UGA Extension entomologists set to brief farmers on what to expect for the rest of the season. Food Safety: Walmart shoppers are urged to check Bettergoods pistachio nut butter jars for a recall tied to Salmonella findings, with the affected lot distributed in 19 states including Georgia. Public Health & Policy: Georgia’s medical cannabis program saw a sharp jump in registered patients after law changes eased access, with officials and producers citing pent-up demand and a surge in processing volume. Water Infrastructure: Rome’s City Commission is set to consider approval of equipment for a new reverse osmosis PFAS reduction facility, funded by settlement money tied to contamination in the Oostanaula River. Construction & Training: Sandy Springs became an ICC preferred education provider, expanding code-focused training and CEU opportunities for local building professionals. Environment & Tourism: The Okefenokee Swamp was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List, a win for biodiversity and long-term environmental records that also has some local concerns about management involvement.
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