AGP Executive Report
Last update: 36 minutes agoCyclospora Crackdown: The FDA says its earlier Taylor Farms cyclospora lettuce result was a false positive, but the recall still stands as the agency expands border screenings and keeps tracing the outbreak tied to shredded iceberg lettuce. Food Safety Fines: UK retailer B&M was hit with a £2m fine after inspectors found mouse droppings and gnawed food products in multiple stores. Recall Watch: Taylor Farms’ lettuce recall continues to ripple through fast-food supply chains, with consumer traffic dips reported at Taco Bell. Enforcement Blitz (India): Maharashtra FDA seized 1,731 litres of milk and 896 kg of dairy, suspending 16 eateries amid hygiene violations. Food Security: Uganda launched emergency food aid for drought-hit Karamoja, sending maize flour and beans to 313,000 households. Industry Pulse: A new snack report says snacking is now a daily necessity, with functional health goals driving growth. Retail Moves (US): Kroger’s bid to grow market share could reshape the grocery rankings if its Giant Eagle deal clears.
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