AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFood Safety & Agriculture: The multistate cyclospora outbreak tied to shredded iceberg lettuce continues to roil grocery and restaurant supply chains, with the FDA saying a previously reported positive lab result for Taylor Farms was a false positive—while still pointing to Taylor Farms Mexico-sourced lettuce as the likely source and keeping the recall in effect across 27 states, including West Virginia. Public Health Guidance: Consumers are being told to avoid recalled lettuce and follow safe produce-washing steps as case counts climb in several states. Energy & Utilities: West Virginia’s Public Service Commission announced progress on broadband pole-attachment disputes and opened a review into electric capacity auction governance tied to PJM. Local Infrastructure & Power: Weston City Council formally opposed the Valley North Transmission Line, citing impacts to property values, tourism, agriculture, historic resources, wildlife, and public health. Power Demand Watch: A new look at data centers highlights why the growing industry needs major electricity and cooling planning—an issue that matters as West Virginia weighs energy security and grid capacity. Fuel Prices: GasBuddy reports show E85 and E15 prices in West Virginia easing in the week ending July 11, with several counties posting single-station lows.
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