AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEgg Price-Fixing Settlement: The DOJ and 17 states reached agreements with major egg producers Cal-Maine, Versova and Hickman’s over alleged collusion to rig egg price quotations, with $3.3M in payments and about 53 million eggs headed to food banks and nonprofits. Public Health Watch: The CDC says a diarrhea-causing parasite (cyclosporiasis) is rising in the U.S., with cases reported after people ate food locally—prompting reminders to watch for symptoms and follow food safety guidance. Restaurant & Grocery Consumer Impact: Consumer Reports tested rotisserie chickens and ranked top picks available in Florida, adding another data point for shoppers trying to balance taste, nutrition and sodium. Local Food Culture & Events: Island SPACE Caribbean Museum’s Mango Festival in Pembroke Pines drew about 1,200 attendees and is quickly becoming a Broward-area food-and-culture draw. Tourism & Hospitality: Pyramid Global Hospitality added Naples Bay Resort & Marina to its Benchmark collection, bringing more on-site dining and event options to the Naples market. Policy & Budget: Gov. DeSantis vetoed funding tied to food insecurity and senior health initiatives in the FY 2026-27 budget.
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