AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFDA Shake-Up: US President Donald Trump says FDA Commissioner Marty Makary has resigned, with Deputy Kyle Diamantas stepping in as acting head—an abrupt governance turn that’s already tied to the agency’s handling of flavored vapes. Food Inflation Pressure: New US data shows April grocery prices rose 2.9% year over year (highest since Aug 2023), while restaurant and fast-food prices climbed 3.2%, with gas spikes linked to the broader squeeze. Restaurant Cost Crunch: In India, sharp jumps in commercial LPG are forcing eateries to consider menu price hikes and switching fuels. Local Food Safety: UK councils continue publishing hygiene scores, including multiple recent failing grades in the Watford area. On-the-Ground Dining Culture: From a Derby shipping-container taproom opening to a dark-dining experience and a new sushi takeaway, the week’s food stories skew toward how people are adapting—whether to costs, cravings, or new formats.
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