AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoPublic Health: Kansas health officials say cyclosporiasis cases have surged to 289 statewide, with Johnson County leading at 95, as investigators link the outbreak to a national problem tied to Taylor Farms de Mexico iceberg lettuce that was recalled July 17. Local Governance: Lawrence’s Environmental Sustainability Advisory Board urged the city to weave sustainability into the upcoming strategic plan “at every level,” including infrastructure and policy changes like moving away from single-species grass lawns on municipal property. Water Policy: Gov. Laura Kelly announced Kansas Water Office Director Connie Owen will retire Aug. 1, after leading major updates to the Kansas Water Plan and funding milestones. Agriculture & Health: A Kansas State University safety expert warned that farm dust can carry mold, bacteria, and other irritants that can trigger serious respiratory illness, including organic dust toxic syndrome. Wildlife & Livestock Preparedness: A new FFAR-funded project will study which livestock and wildlife are most vulnerable to New World screwworm and which management practices can best prevent infestations.
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