AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood Safety Watch: Kentucky reported nearly 850 cyclosporiasis cases since May, with 697 confirmed and at least 41 hospitalizations, while Florida’s total hit 486 confirmed or suspected cases tied to recalled iceberg lettuce. Recall & Outbreak Pressure: A wider summer of foodborne illness is driving fresh scrutiny of produce handling and recalls, as families weigh what’s safe to eat. Hunger & Food Access: The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana bought a 15,000-square-foot facility to more than triple cold-storage capacity, and Arkansas research found 37% of Arkansans lack enough food. Community Food Solutions: Orangeville Food Bank’s 25-cent meal vending machines have served 25,000+ meals since 2023, and volunteers fed 400+ people at a Wright State University distribution using produce from Ohio farmers. Retail & Business Signals: Corby Spirit and Wine credited ready-to-drink growth for record results, while Wendy’s shares slid after reports Trian won’t pursue a take-private bid. Local Food Governance: Health inspectors flagged temperature and sanitation issues at Auntie’s House (56) even as nearby spots earned top scores.
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