AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDefense & Manufacturing: The U.S. Army picked Vulcan Elements to supply rare-earth magnets for SkyFoundry’s small-drone push, with the goal of producing up to one million drones a year at Tobyhanna Army Depot in Pennsylvania, underscoring the push to bring magnet production fully onshore. Energy & Grid: The DOE announced $1.9B in federal grants for transmission upgrades under SPARK to add 23 GW of capacity and ease congestion—aimed at keeping electricity flowing as data centers and other demand grow. Real Estate & Construction: Philadelphia’s Logan Square office-to-apartment conversion at 2100 Arch St. is underway, targeting 116 units and delivery in late 2027/early 2028 after lender delays. Agri-Tourism: Airbnb is recruiting Pennsylvania farmers to host guests, partnering with American Farmland Trust and offering grants up to $10,000 to expand farmstays. Food & Safety: FDA-linked recalls expanded: Berlin Seeds recalled alfalfa sprouting seed sold in 44 states after it was traced to an outbreak-linked sprout grower. Local Business: Orrstown Bank launched a redesigned Orrstown.com to improve online access and client experience. Industry Workplace Risk: A worker was reportedly pinned and killed at Cleveland-Cliffs’ Monessen coke plant, prompting coroner involvement.
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