AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoManufacturing Investment: HVAC maker Aermec has broken ground on a $15 million DeKalb facility — its first U.S. manufacturing site — citing Illinois’ workforce, logistics and state and local support. Biofuels and Jobs: Illinois and the Illinois Corn Growers Association are investing $17 million to expand the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center, with capacity to train up to 200 additional workers a year and support new markets for corn. Energy: Constellation and Google’s long-term nuclear power agreement includes plans to expand nuclear capacity in Illinois, as data-center demand intensifies pressure on the grid. Farm Economy: USDA’s October report surprised grain markets by raising its U.S. corn yield and production estimates; separate state grants and a new grain-storage loan program aim to help Illinois farmers manage harvest and storage needs. Infrastructure: The Illinois Tollway is seeking engineering firms for $157 million in 2027 contracts, creating opportunities for firms working on the state’s road network.
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