AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Security Warning: UK retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Aldi, Waitrose and Co-op urged PM Andy Burnham to treat food security like energy and defence, warning heatwaves and wildfires are exposing how dependent Britain is on imports. Food Safety Compliance: Hong Kong’s Centre for Food Safety reported a 99.9% satisfactory rate in June testing, with nine unsatisfactory samples flagged. Outbreak Watch: Kansas health officials said cyclosporiasis cases rose to 289 as investigations continue into links to the national outbreak and recalled iceberg lettuce. Packaging Innovation: Rapeseed-processing residues are being turned into biodegradable active packaging films that can slow spoilage and fully degrade in soil within weeks. Functional Foods Trend: Psyllium is highlighted as a fast-growing functional fibre, boosted by gut-health demand and GLP-1-related interest. Retail & Supply Chain: Kerry Group reported Americas sales volume growth of 3.7% in H1, led by snacks, meat and beverages, alongside efficiency moves. Tax Policy: Japan’s PM Sanae Takaichi advanced a plan to cut the consumption tax on food to 1% for two years starting April 2027. Food Safety Incident: India’s railways sealed a Thane station food stall for seven days after inspectors found a rat in the cooking area.
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