AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFood Safety Alert: The FDA upgraded the recall of Utz-made Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips to its highest salmonella risk level (Class I), affecting multiple flavors and sizes sold nationwide; no illnesses were reported, but consumers are urged to discard the recalled bags. Holiday Spending & Eating Habits: New data shows 94% of Americans still worry about food costs, while home-prepared meals hit a multi-year low (76.8%) as restaurants, takeout, and delivery keep pulling share. Travel Pressure on Food Budgets: A record 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel for Independence Day, with road trips dominating and peak delays forecast—another squeeze on household budgets during cookout season. Farming & Supply Chain: USDA unveiled a $500M domestic fertilizer push to strengthen the fertilizer supply chain and protect U.S. farmers’ output. Patriotic Brand Push: Major food and beverage companies are rolling out America’s 250th themed products and deals, betting the semiquincentennial and World Cup hype will lift summer sales.
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