AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFarm Policy & Food Security: Philippines House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III backed the Sagip Saka Program, arguing “food security begins with farmer security” by pairing higher productivity with fair, reliable market access for farmers. Power Costs & Groceries: Vermont regulators approved a smaller Green Mountain Power rate hike of 5.5% (starting Oct. 1), a reminder that utility costs keep feeding into household food budgets. Value Lunch Push: Subway Canada launched its “Fresh For Less” menu, citing a “Lunch Squeeze” trend from its State of Lunch report and aiming to balance affordability with freshness and quality. On-Premise Drinks: NielsenIQ research says nearly half of consumers may order based on a bartender’s recommendation, boosting the role of bartenders in premium cocktail demand. Food Safety Watch: USDA recalled 1,500+ pounds of ready-to-eat pork products over possible listeria contamination, with no illnesses reported yet. Retail & Supply Chain: UNFI reported lower Q4 sales but stronger profitability and cash flow as it streamlines distribution and invests in technology. Community Food Support: Lynchburg warned of a spike in SNAP/EBT fraud, while multiple local drives and food-bank events highlighted growing demand.
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