AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFood Safety Watch: Cyclosporiasis is spreading, with cases reported across 34 states and more than 5,100 U.S. cases noted by the CDC; outlets are urging people to avoid likely contaminated foods and drinks while following hygiene guidance. Fast-Casual Shakeup: Yum Brands shares fell after a Washington Post report said health officials are investigating whether Taco Bell lettuce was linked to the outbreak; Taco Bell says it has temporarily removed limited ingredients at select restaurants. Retail & Supply Chain: Inflation cooled in June as gas prices dropped, but food costs remain a key pressure point for consumers and operators. Community Food Access: Volusia County will host free food box giveaways with Second Harvest, no income requirements, in New Smyrna Beach (July 20) and DeLand (July 25). Local Food Events: Preston Food Crawl returns July 24 with tastings, a beer garden and live music, while Five Rivers MetroParks brings back the Small Farm and Food Fest Aug. 1 with a pop-up farmers market and food trucks. Industry Business Moves: Philadelphia’s CookNSolo plans to close three Federal Donuts & Chicken locations and shrink Goldie falafel from four shops to one amid weaker weekday lunch demand. Trade & Markets: Malaysia’s Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL runs July 21-23, positioning the country as an ASEAN food-and-beverage gateway.
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