AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood Safety: Taylor Fresh Foods recalled jalapeño-containing prepared products (including salsa, taco dip, pico de gallo and guacamole) after a multistate Salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños from Coast Citrus Distributors; the FDA/CDC probe has reached 27 states with 345 illnesses reported. Public Health Spillover: The earlier cyclospora/iceberg lettuce scare continues to ripple through produce sourcing and consumer behavior, with farmers reporting demand shifts and officials urging thorough washing. Consumer Fraud: Missouri ranked 16th for BBB scam reports in July with 486 cases and $293,186 in reported losses, with online purchase scams the most common. Energy & Costs: Diesel prices eased in Missouri’s weekly GasBuddy reports, including Henry County’s lowest diesel at $4.89; statewide averages remain above last year. Infrastructure & Growth: Grundy County will hold a joint meeting with Trenton on Aug. 14 to discuss data center development and local infrastructure capacity. Local Business/Jobs: Tractor Supply plans to close 74 Petsense pet stores as it trims underperforming locations and reallocates resources. Crime: Kansas City police are investigating a homicide after a man was shot near 3900 block of Main and later died. Trade & Military Ties: Gov. Kehoe’s Panama trip highlighted Missouri agriculture and National Guard partnerships tied to the Panama Canal and cyber security.
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