AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFood Safety: Oregon’s raw milk cheese market is taking a hit after a nationwide recall of Graziers cheeses tied to an E. coli outbreak that has sickened 13 people, including cases of kidney complications. Agriculture & Prices: Oregon hazelnut growers are negotiating lower initial 2026 prices amid “complete chaos” in global markets, though processors hint at possible upside later. Consumer Protection: The FTC and coalition states reached a proposed settlement with Corteva that would dismantle pesticide loyalty programs and lower pesticide prices for farmers. Housing & Local Development: Oregon’s new housing laws are reshaping how projects get approved, with Jacksonville weighing how state timelines and limits interact with historic and neighborhood character. Public Health & Food Access: Oregon Summer EBT benefits are set to expire for many families—automatic June 5 recipients have until Oct. 4 to spend. Business & Crime: A federal grand jury indicted three Oregon men in a bank fraud and money laundering scheme involving altered stolen checks and a sham logistics LLC. Wildfire Insurance: Oregon extended its wildfire emergency insurance order another 30 days, keeping cancellation and nonrenewal pauses and adding payment grace periods. Wine & Tourism: Oregon winegrowers report optimism heading into harvest after a summer with fewer heat spikes and less smoke, while the Rogue Valley continues to draw attention as a top U.S. wine region.
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