Food Inflation & Food Banks: Minnesota food shelves are seeing a “double whammy” as inflation re-accelerates and demand stays at record levels, forcing tighter buying choices and higher operating pressure. Global Markets: FAO reports global food prices rose 2.2% year-on-year in June, while falling 0.3% month-on-month, with energy and Middle East disruptions still shaping commodity swings. GCC Food Security: Oman joined GCC talks on boosting regional food security, including a study for strategic storage zones for food and medicines and a joint support framework. Policy & Prices (Onions): India raised onion procurement for its buffer stock by 13% to Rs 2,125/quintal, citing stable production and aiming to support farmers while managing seasonal price pressure. Beverage Industry: Marriott ends its long Pepsi deal and switches to Coca-Cola across thousands of properties worldwide, with a phased rollout starting July 1. Food Safety & Recalls: Multiple retailers issued food recalls over common items, while health departments published routine inspection scores and violations for local eateries. Energy Drinks Regulation: India’s food regulator issued notices challenging “energy drink” branding and claims, including Red Bull and PepsiCo India. Local Food & Community: A Salvation Army effort in Portage la Prairie is restocking shelves via a firefighters’ fundraiser, as demand rises.