AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFood Safety: Federal health officials say shredded iceberg lettuce tied to Taylor Farms is the likely source of a growing Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell, with warnings in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia and illnesses reported across dozens of states. Recall Update: Taylor Farms expanded its voluntary recall to cover iceberg lettuce shipped to 27 states from June 29 to July 16, urging customers to discard affected products. Local Impact: Kentucky families and health providers are bracing for more cases as testing ramps up, while the FDA/CDC investigate how the contaminated lot entered commerce. State Government: Gov. Andy Beshear appointed Rocky Adkins to the Kentucky State Fair Board, replacing a retiring member and filling the remainder of the term through 2029. Politics on Capitol Hill: Coverage highlights how Sen. Mitch McConnell’s absence could complicate Senate work on defense and a farm bill as Republicans manage a tight majority. Business/Jobs: Ford is reviewing self-serve kiosks at U.S. factories after employee firings over alleged theft, while Canada’s autoworkers union reached a tentative contract with raises, bonuses and job security.
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