AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFood Safety: The CDC declared the U.S. Cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce over, with 12,883 illnesses, 570 hospitalizations, and two deaths across 21 states; the implicated lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico is no longer available, though the FDA says its investigation into how contamination occurred continues. Regulatory Scrutiny: The outbreak is also reigniting debate over fewer FDA foreign inspections, with critics pointing to a near-35% drop in audits since 2019 as imported produce remains central to U.S. diets. Industry Moves: Yum Brands’ CFO said the company is open to “bold moves” and adding another brand if it “makes sense” after selling Pizza Hut, while focusing on growth at Taco Bell, KFC, and Habit Burger. On-the-Menu Trends: MSC Cruises is rolling out a “dirty soda” bar concept on its new MSC World Asia, betting on the personalized beverage trend. LATAM Hospitality & Culture: Colombia’s Festival Cordillera keeps expanding as a major Latin music platform in Bogotá, while a new Smokin Gun Cafe in Selma brings a Caribbean menu to downtown.
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