AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood Safety Update: The CDC says a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce is over, with 12,883 cases, 570 hospitalizations and two deaths; FDA says best-by dates have passed and product should no longer be sold. Supply Chain & Retail: McDonald’s U.S. supplier model leans on frozen/refrigerated national sourcing plus vetted local growers to keep menu consistency while cutting spoilage and waste. Consumer Pressure: “Skimpflation” hits UK shoppers as Princes switches tinned mackerel to jack mackerel, raising concerns about lower omega-3 and B12 and whether labels are clear. Policy & Food Security: Pakistan’s PM defended exporting imported sugar to avoid losses from expiry, citing a sugarcane production drop; separately, Afghanistan and India discussed easing medicines and food import cooperation. Sustainability & Farming: California approved a plan for the U.S.’s largest kelp farm off Ventura to support soil and plant health, while Ukraine warned Russian strikes are crippling grain exports and could worsen GDP in 2026. Nutrition & Fortification: West Africa research suggests diversifying fortified foods can improve micronutrient intake for more vulnerable households, not just adding one nutrient.
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