AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRetail Food Trends: Hy-Vee EVP Anna Stoermer moderated a Des Moines panel on “Beyond Organic,” asking what “better for you” should mean next and who gets to define it. Sports—Local Connection: UNI’s Commons renovation gets Regents approval, including a civics and American history institute tied to the Grassley Center. Public Safety—Drugs: A Burlington man was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing 9.5 pounds of meth in his vehicle. Weather & Farming: USDA says Iowa had just 3.6 days suitable for fieldwork after severe storms, with corn and soy mostly in good-to-excellent shape but topsoil moisture still tight. Community & Culture: The Iowa State Fair is recruiting volunteers for Aug. 13-23, with roles ranging from gate admissions to cookie operations. Education & Facilities: The University of Iowa is moving forward on Carver-Hawkeye Arena upgrades, including plans for air conditioning. Conservation Skills: The DNR is opening registration for beginner trapping workshops across Iowa starting in July.
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