AGP Executive Report
Last update: 31 minutes agoFDA Oversight: Thirteen food and cosmetics companies in South Dakota drew FDA scrutiny in Q2 2026, the most for any company type in the state; Dakota Splash, Inc. led with the highest number of citations. Fast Growth Watch: Inc. ranked seven Sioux Falls firms on its 2026 Fastest-Growing list, including Wild Oak Boutique (+356%), Phase 3 (+204%) and Silencer Central (+192%). Housing Finance: South Dakota Housing Development Authority issued a public notice outlining a Mortgage Credit Certificate program that would provide qualified homebuyers a federal tax credit tied to mortgage interest. Local Government & Public Process: Britton City Council discussed Zoom public-comment rules and read an anonymous “Concerned Taxpayers” letter, while also swearing in a new councilman. Workforce & Skills: The state’s Department of Labor and Regulation is hosting a free virtual Apprenticeship Knowledge Series on Aug. 20 for employers and partners building Registered Apprenticeship Programs. Energy & Infrastructure: Gov. Larry Rhoden awarded $500,000 to support his Governor’s Resilience and Infrastructure Task Force, funded through the Future Fund. Agriculture Impact: South Dakota cattle producers are still dealing with “gut-wrenching” losses tied to the July heat wave. Cybersecurity: A coordinated cyber operation has targeted municipal water systems across multiple states, with South Dakota among those reporting similar breaches.
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