AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Safety & Health: The CDC is investigating a surge of cyclosporiasis cases in the U.S., with most patients reporting no recent travel, pointing to contaminated food or water sources at home. Antitrust & Pricing: Egg producers Cal-Maine, Versova and Hickman’s agreed to a DOJ/17-state settlement over alleged coordination to influence an egg price index, paying $3.3M and donating 53M eggs to food banks. Labeling & Labor Costs: New California laws take effect July 1, including higher minimum wages and updated rules for how food and beverage goods are labeled for consumers. Water & Compliance: Saudi Arabia showcased water-sector reforms at Saudi Water Week, while a proposed Nepal Water Resources Bill would tighten dam safety, water accounting and environmental protections. Beverage Business: Sagamore Whiskey is launching two Maryland-focused releases—an SRP $50 high-rye bourbon and a limited 250-bottle “America 250” rye—aimed at collectors and patriotic buyers. Hospitality Tech: South Korea is expanding unstaffed, robot-served coffee and food shops as labor shortages and wage pressure reshape service models. Energy Efficiency for Industry: A new report projects the boiler control market to grow to $4.4B by 2033 as factories push for efficiency and lower emissions.
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