AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFood Safety & Recalls: The FDA/CDC widened a cyclosporiasis probe tied to iceberg lettuce from Mexico, now spanning 20 states and 11,458 cases, while Whole Foods recalled 10 dip products in 13 states due to contaminated jalapeños linked to Salmonella. Public Health & Drugs for Livestock: The FDA approved emergency use of a generic ivermectin injection (Bimectin) to prevent New World screwworm in cattle. Retail & Consumer Tech: Consumer Reports says salad doesn’t have to be skipped despite the lettuce outbreak—just follow safe handling—while a new look at the U.S. smartphone market highlights how Xiaomi/Vivo/Oppo are largely absent from American retail. Trade War Fallout (Consumer Prices): Trump signed an order renaming Lake Ontario “Lake America” as U.S.-Canada tensions escalate, alongside a broader tariff fight that could ripple into everyday costs, including auto repair parts. Beef Market Pressure: Trump’s plan to expand lean beef imports for 90 days drew sharp pushback from U.S. cattle ranchers, who argue it won’t sustainably lower prices. LATAM Business & Health: Knight Therapeutics filed a supplemental application with Brazil’s ANVISA for an added first-line indication for MINJUVI® (tafasitamab). Connectivity Disruption: Trinidad and Tobago saw a TSTT/bmobile fiber outage after breaks along the East-West Corridor, with service later restored.
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