AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHemp vs. Food & Drink: Congress moved to close a loophole in the federal hemp law that has fueled a booming “hemp THC” market, delaying the effective date to Dec. 11 as producers and lawmakers scramble to avoid a shutdown of THC gummies and other impairing products. Plastic & Retail Accountability: New York protesters targeted Starbucks over claims its single-use plastic cups are recyclable, arguing they end up in landfills and driving new pressure for stronger packaging rules. Health Labeling Push: California signed a first-in-the-nation voluntary label to flag ultra-processed foods, aiming to help shoppers—especially families facing higher health risks—make easier choices. Food Safety Watch: FDA issued a major recall for Gatorade across 37 states after undeclared Yellow No. 5/6 colorings were found. SNAP Changes: SNAP benefits adjusted upward in the latest rollout, but states brace for future eligibility and cost impacts. Fast-Food Tech Stance: Chick-fil-A says it won’t use AI to take drive-thru orders, betting on “human-to-human” service as rivals automate. Food Waste Action: A Fairbanks community composting facility is turning food scraps into compost to divert waste from landfills.
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