AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFood Safety & Retail Impact: A salmonella outbreak tied to recalled jalapeños from Mexico has sickened 345 people across 27 states, with Chipotle and Qdoba removing the peppers after FDA traced them to a common grower via Coast Citrus Distributors. Public Health & Supply Chain: A separate cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has now reached 15 states, adding Nebraska among the latest, as investigators focus on Taylor Farms and health officials adjust consumer guidance. Nebraska Agriculture & Policy: The Senate Ag Committee farm bill effort stalled over SNAP cost-sharing timing, while USDA is holding “farmers first” listening sessions, including a Dakotafest stop in Mitchell. Farmland & Credit: USDA says national cropland values topped $6,000 per acre for the first time, while farmland and pasture gains raise lender concerns and could slow cattle herd rebuilding. Local Business & Growth: Omaha’s MAHA Music Festival returns to downtown’s Heartland of America Park, signaling continued momentum for the city’s events economy.
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