AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBeverage Trends: Soft serve is having a major moment this summer, with Yelp searches hitting an all-time high and viral spins like black sesame and “soft serve Margarita” pushing operators to add new flavors and formats. Food Safety Watch: The FDA is investigating 11 active foodborne illness outbreaks, including cases tied to eggs, frozen blueberries, iceberg lettuce, and powdered infant formula, as recalls and safety notices continue to roll out. Industry & Policy: Canada’s convenience-store channel is stepping up advocacy with a new public affairs and partnerships leader at the Convenience Industry Council of Canada, as deregulation and shifting rules reshape day-to-day operations. Global Coffee Trade: India says coffee exports reached more than 140 countries in FY2025–26, with growth in emerging markets and new destinations. Local F&B Economy: Portillo’s is cutting 18% of corporate staff as it resets strategy amid declining traffic and sales, while Greenville plans a new JW Marriott tied to the Bowater Building redevelopment.
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