AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFeedlot Oversight: Ward County’s planning commission voted to recommend denying a Surrey Township feedlot permit after questions about the application, shifting animal-unit numbers, and concerns tied to a law enforcement investigation into alleged improper disposal of dead cattle. Wildfire & Air Quality: A record-early wildfire start has already burned about 2.4 million U.S. acres, triggering unhealthy smoke and PM2.5 alerts across more than a dozen states—raising health alarms for sensitive groups. Measles Watch: The CDC reports 2,104 confirmed measles cases across 41 jurisdictions, with most tied to outbreaks, including North Dakota among the affected states. Bird Flu in Dairy: A new study explains why H5N1 shows up differently in dairy cattle, offering a clearer path to spotting the next shift in the virus. Invasive Species: Zebra mussels were confirmed in Richland County’s Horseshoe Lake, prompting emergency rules. Wildlife Update: North Dakota Game and Fish says the 2026 spring pheasant crowing count rose 9% statewide, with overwinter survival and nesting cover looking strong. Community Food Access: Williston Basin School District #7 is offering free summer breakfast and lunch for kids and teens at multiple sites.
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