AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDefense Manufacturing: Camden’s Raytheon-Rafael facility delivered its first U.S.-made Tamir interceptors, launching domestic production of Iron Dome missiles. The $63 million plant is expected to create up to 60 jobs as production expands. Agriculture & Research: Arkansas State University secured a $2.2 million NSF grant to study drought-resistant rice and wheat, while a disappointing rice harvest raises concerns for 2027. Arkansas farmers may receive up to $1 billion in federal safety-net payments. Workforce Development: The University of Arkansas launched a 10-year effort to graduate more engineers and strengthen the state’s workforce. Economic Development: Arkansas voters will decide whether Issue 3 should let lawmakers create economic-development programs and enable local economic districts.
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