AGP Executive Report
Last update: 16 minutes agoBVI Water & Farming Support: Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley says the British Virgin Islands is developing a new water policy for farmers, with assistance and subsidies expected “soon,” alongside plans to build reservoirs at the Paraquita Bay Agricultural Station under the RDA, aiming for completion next year. St. Croix Port Upgrade: The Virgin Islands Port Authority is moving ahead with a $22.4 million design-phase upgrade to the Wilfred “Bomba” Allick Marine Terminal, including structural repairs, new mooring and fendering, and container-yard pavement reconstruction, with a public meeting set for Aug. 14. USVI Cannabis Rollout: In the US Virgin Islands, licensed cannabis cultivation could start within weeks, and at least two dispensaries may be ready before the end of 2026, but commercial sales hinge on a product-testing lab expected to be operational by October. Health & Food Safety: Health officials report a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to imported jalapeños, with cases across 27 states and restaurants removing affected peppers while supplies are pulled. Storm Planning: NOAA cut its 2026 Atlantic storm outlook to 7–13 named storms, but warns the Caribbean’s peak risk period opens this week. Pharma Pricing Crackdown: Attorney General Ford announced a $400 million settlement in principle with Sandoz over alleged generic drug price inflation and reduced competition.
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