AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Safety & Enforcement: A Chandigarh consumer court ordered Drools Pet Food to compensate a customer after a sealed dog-food packet was found “rotten and infested with worms and insects,” citing poor service and unfair trade practices. Public Health in Food Service: Broome County officials say the worst of a Salmonella outbreak at the Corrections Facility is behind them, with violations tied to improper food handling and storage by a contracted food service provider. Restaurant Policy & Animal Welfare: Portland City Council passed an ordinance banning the sale of force-fed foie gras in restaurants and retailers, with a 180-day compliance period and complaint-based enforcement. Food Access & Community Feeding: Maine’s SUN Bucks and SUN Meals programs are back for summer, while multiple U.S. pantries and mobile food drives expand distribution, including a new River Food Pantry facility opening in Wisconsin. Tech in Food Service: Dave’s Hot Chicken is refining its restaurant tech rollout after guests disliked drive-thru voice AI, showing innovation still has to match customer comfort. Business & Food Events: Burlington’s Wine & Food Festival returns June 27 with 75+ exhibitors, and a Belgian waffle shop opening highlights ongoing demand for specialty food experiences.
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