Regulatory Push on Grocery Costs: The Trump administration is set to loosen a Biden-era refrigerant rule, arguing it will cut costs for grocery stores and families—though the size and speed of any savings remain unclear as inflation stays elevated. Retail Reality Check: FMI’s new shopper report says Americans still value in-store grocery “personality,” with shoppers visiting multiple banners and treating trips as both purposeful and enjoyable. Premium Deli Demand: Specialty cheese is holding up despite price pressure, with sales rising and specialty varieties driving growth—an opening for grocers to lean into bold, globally inspired flavors. Health & Safety: WHO warns antimicrobial resistance is still a major threat, citing slow, fragmented implementation of national action plans. Food Security Moves: Sri Lanka launched a digital seed certification and traceability system with FAO support to modernize seed access and strengthen food security. Packaging & Policy: Alaska lawmakers passed HB 25 to phase out polystyrene food service ware, sending the bill to the governor. Tech in Cancer Care: FDA approved Guardant’s updated liquid biopsy test covering 740+ genes, potentially setting up pricing leverage.