AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFoodborne Outbreak Watch: Cyclosporiasis (“explosive” diarrhea) keeps spreading, with the CDC reporting nearly 7,000 possible cases across 34 states; Mississippi issued emergency reporting, and Missouri logged at least 80 cases this week as local health teams investigate produce links. Fast-Food Scrutiny: Taco Bell is under investigation as officials probe whether lettuce and other salad greens at select locations played a role; the chain removed limited fresh ingredients as a precaution. Local Food Security: Arvest’s 16th annual Million Meals drive raised $3M+ meals across the Ozarks, while a Fairfield County backpack program got a $5,000 boost to cover weekend hunger gaps. School & Menu Trends: At the School Nutrition Association’s ANC, vendors highlighted “sweet heat” flavors and more protein-forward K-12 options. Industry & Policy: Nigeria’s food inflation remains the biggest inflation risk despite easing headline rates, and a new report quantifies IU Dining’s $4M+ local spend supporting Indiana farms and food businesses. Community Fundraising: Nashville chefs unite for Nourish 2026 to benefit The Nashville Food Project. Trade & Standards: Pakistan touts strong EU GSP+ utilization, with food and other labor-intensive exports among the beneficiaries.
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