AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHealthcare Policy: The White House says it will issue $500 Obamacare “refund” checks to nearly 1 million Americans in 30 states, including Oregon, arguing Biden-era federal exchange “user fees” were higher than needed. Oregon Agriculture: A review of dairy pricing shows August Federal order Class III milk at $16.64/cwt (+$1.12 from July), while margins are pressured by rising feed costs. Rogue Valley Water & Irrigation: Medford, Talent, and Rogue River Valley irrigation districts say drought conditions are forcing earlier curtailments, but point to years of conservation and modernization as they plan for a resilient water future. Oregon Jobs Watch: Coos County cut about 450 jobs over the past year, with manufacturing and food production hit hardest, while unemployment stays relatively low. Pharma Manufacturing: Lonza will add large-scale spray-drying capacity at its Bend site, targeting completion in 2029 and initially creating 80+ jobs. Energy & Transportation Costs: Diesel prices are climbing fast in Oregon, with AAA reporting the statewide average near $6.35 and some communities setting new records. Infrastructure: Southbound I-5 through Portland’s Rose Quarter is closed for up to five weeks starting Sept. 11, with detours via I-405 and I-205.
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