AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFood Safety Crackdown (Hyderabad): Telangana Food Safety Enforcement suspended Shadab Hotel’s FSSAI licence and shut Dreamz Cafeteria and Asiatic Café after inspections found hygiene lapses, expired/spoiled ingredients, poor labeling, and pest activity. Food Safety & Recalls (U.S.): The FDA posted multiple recall notices spanning sprouts, mangoes, frozen fruit bars, bread, and candy, tied to risks from Salmonella/E. coli and undeclared allergens. Food Security (DRC): An Ebola outbreak is worsening hunger in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with experts warning malnutrition can increase vulnerability and slow recovery. Retail & Policy (SNAP): Convenience stores say a USDA SNAP rule could force them to stop accepting benefits unless enforcement is delayed, citing unclear guidance on new produce/protein stocking requirements. Food Waste Tech/Marketing (Canada): Ziploc Brand and Too Good To Go launched “Surprise Seconds,” including a Toronto “Wheel of Sandwiches” event to turn surplus into new meals. Delivery Trend (Movies): AMC says cinema food delivery sales are up nearly 50% year over year, with popcorn a top mover. Local Food Access (U.S.): Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee received a high-profile food distribution push from former UT player Jahmai Mashack. Community Markets (Milwaukee): Walker Square Farmers Market expanded family-focused programming with kids’ activities and weekly coupons.
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