AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoGrain & Rail: Canadian Pacific Kansas City set a new August monthly record, hauling 2.54 million metric tonnes of Canadian grain and grain products and loading just over 26,000 carloads for the 2026-27 crop year’s first four weeks. Heat & Public Safety: The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning for Lawrence and much of Kansas through Tuesday evening, with heat indexes above 100 and overnight lows in the 70s. Construction & Utilities: KDOT extended Wakarusa Drive closures in Lawrence by several weeks after utility relocation conflicts weren’t accounted for, with other fall/winter closures pushed into 2027. Manufacturing Workforce: Vance and Rubio launched the Foundry School initiative to train 3.8 million workers by 2033 for semiconductors, defense, and energy, with Kansas listed among partner universities. Ag Economy: An Allendale survey points to lower 2026 corn and soybean yields for Kansas, citing dry-weather impacts. Local Business Leadership: Lakeland Engineering named Ken Chamberlain president, expanding leadership across its Kansas City and Omaha operations. Fraud Watch: BBB Scam Tracker data shows Hugoton logged one scam report in July, tying for 28th among Kansas cities.
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