AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFlorida Manufacturing & Industry: XTEND says new U.S. drone tariffs (up to 100% on certain imported drones/components) strengthen the case for its NDAA-compliant, made-in-America drone work, with scaling support tied to its Tampa-area manufacturing. Defense & Power Infrastructure: Ombra, a Tampa-based defense contractor, is seeking a two-megawatt power allocation for a planned Massena, N.Y. drone facility, backed by local economic development agencies. Manufacturing Growth: Cirrus opened an expanded Grand Forks, N.D. plant to add production capacity for its SR Series and Vision Jet lines. Business Expansion: Duos Technologies Group pushed its Q2 earnings release to Aug. 17 and will hold a call the same day. Workforce & Education: UNF expects record fall 2026 enrollment above 18,500 and is adding faculty across areas including advanced manufacturing. Food Safety: A salmonella-linked jalapeño recall reached grocery shelves, with Whole Foods joining a multi-state response. Tech & IP: The 11th Circuit ruled keyword ads using a competitor’s trademark aren’t infringement when the mark isn’t shown to consumers, though visible use in ad copy can still trigger liability.
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