AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFood Safety Update: The U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak keeps expanding, with Michigan reporting 11,508 cases and its first two deaths tied to the illness; investigators link infections to iceberg lettuce associated with Taylor Farms, with health officials still tracking other possible sources. State-by-State Numbers: Ohio says cases have surged to 4,024 statewide, while Arkansas logged 173 lab-confirmed cases (173 total as of Monday) and Michigan’s outbreak continues to drive hospitalizations. Retail & Restaurant Alerts: Consumers are still being warned to avoid implicated lettuce and follow guidance as some restaurant chains adjust menu offerings; separate food-safety action hit Costco, where USDA issued a public health alert for frozen burritos that may contain an undeclared egg allergen. Industry & Operations: McDonald’s named Skye Anderson president of McDonald’s USA, aiming to “accelerate performance” in a sluggish U.S. market as executives cite service slowdowns from too many deployments. Workplace Tech: KUKA highlighted warehouse automation to reduce repetitive trailer-unloading injuries, partnering with logistics firms to improve worker safety. Policy & Food Access: Social Security’s retirement trust fund faces a funding shortfall in 2032, raising the stakes for household budgets that already feel food-price pressure.
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