AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoGrocery Crunch: Florida shoppers are feeling it as USDA forecasts grocery prices up 3.2% this year, with families already turning to debt and food assistance. School Meal Shift: Palm Beach County is ending free breakfast and lunch for many students at certain schools, leaving families to pay out of pocket or scramble for alternatives. Summer Food Support: On the First Coast, Catholic Charities is extending its weekend hunger backpack program with summer food bag distributions starting June 1. Local Retail Change: West Volusia’s grocery options are reshaping after Winn-Dixie closures and the arrival of Key Food in Deltona, expanding Latin and Caribbean selections. Hurricane Readiness (Food Angle): Florida leaders and retailers are urging early prep—especially stocking food and water—before hurricane season ramps up. Food & Drink Business: Gatorland debuts a new Crooked Can Brewing partnership with Grinnin’ Gator Lager, adding a dedicated beverage barn for park visitors. Lab-Grown Food Curiosity: A new report revisits the promise and reality of lab-grown meat, from tiny first bites to restaurant availability. Fraud Case: A former Oakes Farms executive pleaded guilty in a federal pricing and invoicing fraud scheme tied to the DoD Fresh Program.
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