AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAffordability Squeeze: Tomato prices jumped about 40% year over year, becoming a standout driver of grocery inflation as tariffs, shipping costs, and the Iran war are blamed for higher costs. Food Safety & Consumer Alerts: The FDA expanded a recall of Better Weather Fix Elixir after undeclared kratom compounds (mitragynine and MP) were found; consumers are told to stop using and return products. Public Health: A WHO chief says a rare Ebola outbreak in Congo “can be stopped,” but containment is “very complex,” with food insecurity and conflict complicating response. Food Policy & Access: Wisconsin’s DPI will fund free summer meals for kids through the USDA Summer Food Service Program, serving millions statewide. Industry Watch: The next generation of canned wine is gaining traction as ready-to-drink formats keep growing despite broader wine sales pressure. Fisheries Conservation: A new “Forage Fish Campaign” coalition targets industrial reduction fishing, arguing it harms marine food chains and working waterfront economies. Local Food Culture: Louisiana crowned a new “best burger” in a national list, adding to the state’s ongoing burger buzz.
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