AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCyclospora Shock to Fresh Produce: U.S. health officials say the Cyclospora outbreak is still driving consumers away from lettuce and other fresh greens, with Michigan reported as the epicenter as cases climb and investigations continue. Food Safety & Recall Pressure: A separate Salmonella-linked egg recall is expanding, prompting consumers to check cartons and dispose of affected products as agencies warn about ongoing risks. Seaweed Sargassum Hits Tourism: In Mexico’s Caribbean and Gulf coast, heavy seaweed (sargassum) blooms are suffocating shorelines, hurting marine life and spooking visitors in areas that rely on tourism. Water & Waste Concerns: A Chesapeake Bay storm washed in massive plastic bottle debris, highlighting how cleanup efforts can’t fully stop pollution without tackling sources. Caribbean Food Culture on the Move: Jamaica is taking its flavors to Beijing with an Independence-linked food festival, while local Caribbean restaurant openings and festival menus keep rolling out across the region. Paraguay River Cuisine: A feature spotlights Paraguay’s freshwater fish culture—especially dorado and surubí—and how rivers shape everyday food traditions.
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