AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood safety & recalls: Taiwan’s regulators are responding to a soybean salad oil scandal after Central Union Oil was found to have excessive benzo[a]pyrene, prompting recalls and raising questions about delayed notification to authorities. Public health & food policy: Wales’ Senedd backed an £8m obesity strategy aimed at treating obesity as a chronic condition, with added focus on youth vaping and improving access to sustainable, nutritious food. Foodborne illness watch: The US cyclosporiasis outbreak continues to expand, with guidance urging people to know what to avoid as case counts climb. Food industry operations: A cyberattack disrupted Nichirei, one of Japan’s major frozen-food companies, highlighting ongoing supply-chain risk. On-the-ground food culture: A Cambridge food van was destroyed in an accidental fire near Cambridge North station, while local food hygiene ratings in South Tyneside show many venues holding top scores. New menu buzz: Buffalo Wild Wings is launching “Poppin’ Ranch” popping candy to add ranch flavor with a crunch-and-pop experience. Food & community: North Lanarkshire Half Marathon returns with Albert Bartlett as headline sponsor, featuring a family fun zone with food vendors.
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