AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFood Safety Watch (LATAM supply chain): A cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico has expanded to 15 U.S. states, with 6,000+ cases and hundreds hospitalized, keeping shoppers wary even as some states give the all-clear. Salmonella Fallout (jalapeños): A multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños traced back to Mexico has reached 27 states; Chipotle and Qdoba pulled jalapeños, while retailers issued recalls for jalapeño-containing ready-to-eat items. Legal Pressure on Foodservice: A Minnesota woman hospitalized with sepsis after a Chipotle burrito bowl filed suit alleging contaminated jalapeños caused her Salmonella infection. Produce Confidence & Retail Impact: Michigan health officials cleared lettuce, but local grocers report lingering anxiety and softer sales for lettuce and even berries. Tourism & Food Demand: Belize is adding five new nonstop U.S. routes, a potential boost for visitor-driven dining demand heading into winter. Regional Hospitality: Miami Spice Restaurant Months returns for its 25th year, with Key Biscayne eateries offering prix-fixe menus through Sept. 30.
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