AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFood Safety Alerts: A UK discount shop, Sam 99p, was rated one out of five after inspectors found “lots of dead flies,” expired biscuits, drinks with old best-before dates, and missing staff training, with pests a recurring concern. Public Health & Water: Manatee County reported a water line break leaving hundreds of homes in Hawk Island and Bella Sole without service, triggering a precautionary boil-water notice once repairs are done. Food Security Support: Maryland launched 2026 SUN Bucks SEBT to cover the summer school meal gap, building on last year’s $75M effort feeding 630,000 students. Supply Chain & Retail Demand: A new forecast says 2026 retail consumption will slow to 1.4%, with food retail volume growth capped at 0.8% as interest rates and uncertainty bite. Community Food & Drink Events: Sunderland’s Food and Drink Festival drew 70,000 visitors and boosted local trade, while Minden’s Sip and Stroll packed downtown with food, drinks, and vendors. Drug Recall: Amgen recalled nearly one million bottles of heart and kidney meds due to a foreign substance or manufacturing deviations.
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