AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Safety Watch: FDA has started inspecting Taylor Farms’ central Mexico plant in Guanajuato after the cyclospora outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce, with officials saying the implicated lettuce is off the market but broader investigations continue as cases mount. Recall Ripple Effects: Taylor Farms also expanded a jalapeño recall tied to a salmonella outbreak linked to peppers from Sinaloa, Mexico—another pathogen, another supply-chain link, and fresh questions about oversight. Shoppers’ Guidance: Health agencies say lettuce is generally safe again if it’s not part of the recalled Taylor Farms lots, but consumers are urged to follow normal produce safety steps while other cyclospora clusters remain under review. Beef Supply Crunch: Tyson is shutting down or selling three beef facilities as a domestic cattle shortage squeezes margins. Climate Risk for Farms: NOAA warns El Niño is likely to become very strong by late 2026, raising the odds of major rainfall and temperature swings across Latin America that could hit yields and food prices. Trade & Inputs: JPMorgan flags a potential next global food crisis driven by war, weather, warehousing, water, and waste—especially fertilizer disruptions.
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