AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoExport Growth: Sabah family seafood business Naafee now sells in more than 10 countries, building on a fishing trade and support that helped nine local food SMEs showcase products overseas. Market Access: At China’s import expo, Nepal’s Himalayan Threads has grown its booth from 9 to 72 square metres, connecting more than 600 artisan families with buyers. Local Business Conditions: Economists say a shrinking workforce, slow population growth and declining small-business numbers are holding back San Luis Obispo County; a shortage of affordable homes for workers is a key constraint. Restaurant Rules: New Mexico is forming an advisory group with restaurant owners to improve food-safety permitting and inspections while making rules more predictable. Business Support: The SBA launched iCAP to streamline small-business loan processing, while new state funding is set to benefit small firms in Franklin and Hampshire counties.
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