AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Safety Watch: Michigan health officials say Cyclospora cases have surged past 300, with symptoms like watery diarrhea and cramps typically starting about a week after exposure; authorities urge careful washing of produce and good hand hygiene while they investigate the source. Packaging Rules: Virginia expanded its ban on expanded polystyrene “Styrofoam” for most food takeout, pushing vendors toward paper, cardboard or aluminum foil, with limited hardship exemptions. Retail & Supply Chain: Uber paused most of its planned Europe food-delivery expansion, citing “momentum” in existing markets while it continues pursuing a Delivery Hero takeover. Public Health & Recalls: The FDA upgraded Target’s Up & Up baby-wipes recall of about 6.8 million units to Class 1 after concerns about potential bacterial contamination. Local Food Economy: A Davao study links improved water reliability to lower costs and better growth for small eateries after the city’s bulk water supply project came online. Community Food Support: New York City approved $750,000 for pet food pantries to help prevent animal surrenders tied to financial hardship.
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