AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFood Safety Watch: Michigan reported 10,773 cyclosporiasis cases tied to the 2026 outbreak, with the CDC linking it to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in central Mexico; shoppers are cutting back on lettuce and restaurants are feeling the hit. SNAP & Hunger Relief: Illinois will start one-time $400 FRESH payments for people who lost SNAP under new federal work rules, aiming to soften grocery impacts. Retail & Deals: Golden Corral is rolling out a limited-time $2.50 kids buffet offer every Fri/Sat/Sun through Aug. 30, with Kids LiveWell labeling to guide healthier picks. Industry Moves: Sargento agreed to acquire La Terra Fina, expanding into deli dips, spreads and quiches. Energy & Food Prices: Democrats are pushing a windfall profits tax on major oil producers as gas prices stay elevated amid the U.S.-Iran conflict, with lawmakers explicitly tying energy costs to food affordability. Local Dining & Community: Atlanta’s Black Restaurant Week and wine tastings headline August food events, while San Jose nonprofits report longer lines as more people seek free meals and produce.
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