AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Safety & Recalls: Northwest Naturals recalled nearly 2,000 pounds of frozen raw cat and dog food after FDA testing found salmonella and listeria risks, with no illnesses reported yet. Climate & Protected Foods: France loosened rules for several protected cheeses after drought left mountain dairy herds short on grass, allowing temporary feed substitutions. Food Security Policy: South Dakota submitted a request to USDA to bar soft drinks from being bought with SNAP benefits, after a court ruling vacated similar bans elsewhere. Public Health Research Funding: Cyclospora infections topped 17,000 since May 1, while reported federal research cuts could slow tracking and mitigation. Local Food Access: Vermont’s Farm to School Act push highlights how schools can boost local sourcing, with 89% of Vermont schools buying some local food. Hospitality & Dining: Wonder food hall opens in Millbury, Massachusetts, while Top Dog plans a new Berkeley location on Shattuck Avenue. Industry & Trade: Canada’s grocers re-emphasized “Shop Canadian” signage as U.S.-Canada tariffs hit food items like cheese and milk. Community Food Events: Canberra’s Chop Time launches West African catering events to connect the African community through dishes like jollof rice and puff puff.
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