Food Safety & Regulation: The FDA is pushing to close a “loophole” by requiring companies to notify it about new food ingredients and food-contact substances, moving away from self-affirmed GRAS. Food Safety Oversight: A CBS report says the FDA is far behind on foreign food safety inspections, with a Mexico farm tied to the U.S. cyclospora outbreak reportedly not inspected in years—highlighting a major enforcement gap. Outbreaks & Recalls: A salmonella-linked jalapeños recall expands downstream, while lawsuits continue to swirl around Taylor Farms and Taco Bell over cyclospora. Ingredient Transparency: RFK Jr. and allies are again spotlighting additive oversight, arguing the current system lets chemicals enter the food supply without enough scrutiny. Supply Chain Resilience: Louisiana’s agriculture agency urges growers to follow FDA guidance on crops exposed to flood waters after Tropical Storm Arthur, treating edible portions as adulterated when flood contact occurs. Local Sourcing Policy: New York lawmakers advance a “Good Food New York” bill that lets schools and hospitals consider more than price when buying food. Market & Operations: Canada’s CFIN funds eight foodtech projects, with a focus on AI for the plant floor and supply chain. Industry Growth: Greenhouse expands into convenience with clean-label protein shakes, betting on protein demand in c-stores. Agriculture & Nutrition: The Philippines’ DA backs a Filipino-owned enoki mushroom expansion to cut import dependence and boost traceability.