AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoVermont Agriculture & Water Risk: Climate change is pushing more Vermont farmers to irrigate pastures as rainfall swings between drought and downpours, with UVM Extension weighing the costs and benefits of new irrigation plans. Vermont Policy & Industry: Vermont’s paraquat ban takes effect Nov. 1, with farm exceptions through 2030, as the state moves to curb a weedkiller linked to Parkinson’s. Local Infrastructure: Burlington’s long-delayed Champlain Parkway “Southern Connector” finally opens to the public, adding a new car and bike route through the South End after decades of planning and lawsuits. Manufacturing & Packaging: ASHE Converting Equipment, a family-run Vermont-linked maker of packaging slitter-rewinders, marks 50 years and sells machines worldwide. Food & Supply Chains: AFFI names a new communications chief, while Peak Processing expands into the U.S. THC beverage market via a Fryday Kush manufacturing deal. Health & Compliance: Vermont officials warn swimmers about cyanobacteria blooms and share quick steps to spot and avoid exposure. Dairy Sector Pressure: U.S. lawmakers back the Milk from Family Dairies Act, aiming to stabilize dairy markets and protect family farms amid consolidation. Business Growth in Vermont: Leunig’s Bistro & Café is expanding to South Burlington’s City Center with a second location opening this winter.
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