AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSNAP Crackdown: Montana just got federal approval to restrict SNAP purchases of soft drinks, candy, and junk foods—starting this fall—targeting energy drinks, high-sugar beverages, and prepared desserts, while keeping items like milk, 100% juice, and protein bars eligible. Public Health Funding: Montana State University won $10.7 million from the NIH to build a new Center for Advanced Molecular Pathogenesis, aiming to grow biomedical research and workforce capacity. Food Supply & Tech: A new report says Albertsons is rolling out AI produce inspection to reduce “squishy fruit” waste—an early sign of grocery automation hitting everyday shopping. Climate Stress: Eastern and northern Montana were hit by a “disastrous” wind storm and a massive dust event, with drought making topsoil loss a major worry. Wildlife Protections: Conservation groups sued the Trump administration over delays in deciding whether to protect the pygmy rabbit under the Endangered Species Act.
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