AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoRadiological Security: U.S. officials removed a high-risk cobalt-60 source from a disused medical radiation device in Guatemala, reducing “dirty bomb” risk and citing close coordination with Guatemala’s nuclear and energy authorities. Agrifood & Exports: Belize marked 25 years Medfly-free, while the wider regional program—started with U.S., Mexico and Guatemala in 1975—aims to protect fruit and vegetable exports from a pest that can trigger crop losses and trade restrictions. Agriculture Innovation: Costa Rican agtech ClearLeaf says its silver-based fungicide GotaBlanca 500 shows promising results against Neopestalotiopsis in strawberries, with trials tied to the University of Florida. Shipping & Trade: Crowley launched a new Central America–Port Houston ocean service, adding weekly connectivity for regional logistics. Energy & Infrastructure: A Guatemala-linked U.S. radiological removal story also underscores how critical infrastructure security remains a cross-border priority. Construction & Industry: Houston’s ICE shooting case continues to move toward a grand jury, with prosecutors seeking more witness access—an issue that can affect labor and construction-site compliance discussions.
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