AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFood Safety Alert: Taylor Farms expanded its voluntary recall of iceberg lettuce from central Mexico after a Cyclospora-linked outbreak tied to Taco Bell locations sickened thousands across multiple states; FDA and CDC updates keep pushing retailers to pull product and consumers to discard affected lettuce. Supply & Pricing: Protein demand is outpacing whey supply, driving record-high whey protein concentrate and isolate prices and reshaping how food makers formulate “high-protein” products. New Product Trend: Protein ice cream is gaining momentum as brands roll out higher-protein frozen desserts, from established players to newer entrants. Health Policy & Marketing: FDA cleared Philip Morris-owned Zyn to market lower-risk claims for nicotine pouches, while researchers warn it could boost youth uptake. Local Food Access: After a long wait, a Saipan resident sued over alleged due-process failures in a food-benefit appeal, as disaster nutrition intake rules tightened to manage overwhelming demand. Community Markets: Chicago’s Glenwood Sunday Market returns for its 17th season, spotlighting local, sustainable food vendors. SNAP Fraud: A Mississippi man pleaded guilty to stealing nearly $17,000 in SNAP benefits, tied to unauthorized access through an EBT services contractor.
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