AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood Safety Recall: Taylor Fresh Foods (Taylor Farms) expanded a jalapeño-linked salmonella recall, pulling dips, salsa, guacamole and other prepared items sold at major retailers including Walmart, Target and Trader Joe’s across 26 states, with Florida among the affected states; the FDA/CDC say the outbreak traces to jalapeños supplied by Coast Citrus Distributors from Sinaloa, Mexico. Public Health Watch: A separate cyclosporiasis update shows the multi-state parasite outbreak topping 6,300 cases nationwide, with North Carolina reporting more than 850 cases since May. Retail & Supply Chain: Tractor Supply’s Petsense is closing three stores in Sarasota and Polk counties (plus other Florida locations) as the pet-supply unit restructures after underperformance and negative cash flow. Industry Business Moves: Quality Fresca, a large Moe’s franchisee operating 38 restaurants in Florida and beyond, filed for Chapter 11 in the Southern District of Florida, citing post-pandemic traffic declines and rising costs. Dining Scene: Hillstone at Bal Harbour Shops in Miami-Dade permanently closed abruptly, leaving diners with reservations scrambling. Community & Events: Key West Rum Fest returns Aug. 10–16, featuring tastings and culinary events while raising funds for MARC, Inc.
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