AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEnergy & Inflation Watch: The U.S. average diesel price crossed $6 a gallon for the first time, with GasBuddy citing supply pressure tied to the U.S.-Iran conflict and refinery disruptions—an added cost hit for trucking, farming, and the broader supply chain. Kansas Agriculture: K-State Research and Extension released the Kansas Wheat Variety Guide 2026, updating disease and insect resistance ratings and adding new variety profiles to help growers fine-tune fall planting decisions. Local Government & Schools: Hays USD 489 took a first step toward closing the Rockwell Administration Center, with plans to move administration to the former Wilson Elementary building after legislative permission to sell the Rockwell property. State Politics: Republican Ken Rahjes won his party’s nomination for Kansas House District 110, setting up the next ballot fight focused on water policy and property tax relief. Infrastructure: KDOT will resurface about 10 miles of I-70 in Russell County starting the week of Sept. 14, using lane reductions and lower speeds through late October. Business Real Estate: Kansas City Council approved up to $185 million in public financing for a $1.4 billion Berkley Riverfront plan, including expanding CPKC Stadium beyond 18,000 seats.
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