AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFood Safety Shock: Taylor Fresh Foods/Taylor Farms expanded recalls of jalapeño-containing prepared foods (salsa, guacamole, dips, burritos) after salmonella concerns tied to a Mexico supplier in Sinaloa; products hit major retailers across many U.S. states, with the company saying it has stopped sourcing from the implicated farm. Water & Farm Risk: Lake Mead fell to a new record low as drought persists in the Colorado River Basin, raising pressure on water supplies that underpin agriculture across the U.S. Southwest and parts of Mexico. El Niño Watch: A new FAO-backed look says the “super” El Niño threat may be less severe than past episodes thanks to higher yields, better irrigation and crop protection, but disruptions and price pressure are still possible. Colombia Disaster: A 7.4 earthquake in western Colombia killed at least 132 and damaged thousands of buildings, with missing people reported and recovery funding being expedited. Trade & Prices: EU officials defended the EU–Mercosur deal as consumer-friendly, arguing any price changes depend on supply-chain operators rather than the agreement itself.
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