AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Safety Crisis: The CDC says the shredded iceberg lettuce-linked cyclosporiasis outbreak has now spread to nine states, with regulators and the FDA investigating Taylor Farms while a separate FDA probe targets another unidentified source. Legal Fallout: A Michigan couple has filed a federal lawsuit against Taco Bell and Taylor Farms over alleged infection after eating lettuce at a Flint-area location, adding to growing litigation. Supply Chain Shock: Iran-related disruptions are pushing up Diet Coke prices in India as Coca-Cola faces aluminum can shortages and shifts to costlier larger cans. Corporate Moves in Food & Drink: Nestlé reports stronger first-half momentum, with coffee and food/snacks driving organic growth, while it also pushes for simpler U.S. ingredient labels. QSR & Loyalty: KFC India operator Sapphire Foods leans on ₹99 value meals to attract first-time customers, and Wendy’s is upgrading its loyalty program with member-only merch drops. Travel & Dining: A survey ranks airlines’ onboard food and drinks, with Emirates and Air France leading in key categories. Local Food Culture: Knoxville launches a pilot open-container district (beer-only for now) at Market Square, and Puerto Rico’s La Pachanga rolls out its first franchise program.
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