AGP Executive Report
Last update: 36 minutes agoFood Safety Recall Watch: Walmart, Target and Whole Foods are among major retailers pulling Taylor Fresh Foods products tied to a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to fresh jalapeños from Mexico, with Florida included in the distribution list and regulators warning shoppers to check “Best If Used By” dates. More Recall Details: An FDA report lays out the broader scope of a cyclospora-linked lettuce recall tied to Taylor Farms, naming brands and restaurant chains that removed nearly 240,000 cases of iceberg/romaine and mixed salads. Local Health Alerts: Sarasota and Manatee officials are tracking Cyclospora concerns as cases rise, while Louisiana reports a sharp uptick in Vibrio vulnificus deaths tied to warm coastal exposure and seafood. Florida Food Innovation: UF researchers are turning rice husks into modified biochar filters designed to pull industrial pollutants from water. Community & Dining: A new “Beat Burke” chef showdown series is coming to South Florida, pairing a live culinary competition with a multi-course dinner.
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