AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTrade & Manufacturing: U.S. trade chief Jamieson Greer says a new “Milwaukee Framework” will be released at this week’s G20 to coordinate tougher action against excess steel capacity, aimed at imports from China and other overcapacity producers. Food & Ag Business: Hormel agreed to buy Wisconsin chicken processor Brakebush Brothers for $1.06B, expanding Hormel’s protein push and long-term chicken plans. Dairy Health: Wisconsin DATCP confirmed epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) in Waukesha County dairy cattle after a deer outbreak, noting no treatment and that the virus is circulating in the environment. Workforce & Industry Recognition: Novonesis highlighted bacteria-based silage inoculants and livestock probiotics at World Dairy Expo, while Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce unveiled the Top 16 “Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin” products for its Manufacturing Madness bracket. Local Growth & Housing: Milwaukee’s Plan Commission unanimously endorsed the Zenith 25-story, 226-unit condo tower at 711 E. Kilbourn Ave, despite nearby residents’ concerns about views and parking. Tech & Infrastructure: An analysis of Oracle/OpenAI’s Port Washington data center warns meaningful load may not arrive until mid-2028 or later due to grid power and regulatory delays. Healthcare: HealthPartners and Essentia Health announced plans to merge, aiming to improve access and affordability across the region.
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