AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHarvest: U.S. cranberry growers are gathering a crop that generates more than $10 million in annual sales in Washington’s Pacific County, where the fruit has been grown commercially for over 140 years. Food Safety: Broccoli sprouting seeds sold online are being recalled after an FDA-linked Salmonella outbreak sickened 32 people in six states; the agency also released its 2026 Food Code for retail and foodservice operators. Regulation: The FDA is weighing a broader exemption that could let some chemicals enter the food supply without prior safety review, drawing warnings from food-safety advocates. Farm Costs: Michigan farmers face nearly $1,200 more to fill a large combine with diesel than at the start of the year, adding pressure to farm finances and potentially grocery prices. Analysts doubt promised Russian fuel shipments will bring quick relief. Food Access: SNAP enrollment has fallen in Oklahoma, while local food banks report rising demand—renewing concerns about how benefit cuts affect households and food retailers.
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