AGP Executive Report
Last update: a few seconds agoFood Safety Watch: FDA says the U.S. food supply is safe even as cyclosporiasis cases top 11,000, with CDC reporting 4,173 lab-confirmed cases and thousands more under investigation. Regulatory & Compliance: Louisiana hemp beverage makers launched the Louisiana Hemp Beverage Association to push back on a federal consumable THC ban set for Nov. 12, arguing it will hit jobs and tax revenue. Local Food Security: Crowe partnered with the Food Bank of Northern Indiana to pack meals across six counties, while Wisconsin reports tens of thousands losing federal food aid amid major SNAP cuts. Community Food Relief: A storm left Wheaton’s People’s Resource Center without power for 14 hours, forcing the loss of three tons of donated food, though volunteers and donors rallied fast. Hospitality & Dining Trends: United Airlines will serve Chef’s Table–curated meals on select Polaris international flights, including Denver chef Penelope Wong. Small Business & Operations: Delaware launched an Office of Small Business Access as a single state contact for licensing and regulatory help. Restaurant Moves: IHOP closed two Massachusetts locations (Cambridge and Hyannis), and Chucho’s Red Tacos filed plans for a Fox Point, Wisconsin location.
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