AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFood Safety & Recalls: PepsiCo is recalling Doritos Chilli Heatwave in the UK after some packs were mistakenly filled with a milk-containing product, raising allergy risk for people with milk intolerance. Food Safety & Outbreaks: US health agencies tied a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak to Taco Bell lettuce, while Yuma-area lettuce growers say the Yuma season isn’t linked to the contamination. Food Industry Risk: A Coca-Cola cyberattack has disrupted Fairlife production in the US, spotlighting operational fragility for major beverage brands. Agri-Food & Water Security: Kenya’s Tana River is set to expand commercial lucerne farming to boost livestock feed and improve food security, backed by a new water-harvesting push. Circular Economy & Plastics: Egypt’s “Garbage City” recyclers are seeing demand surge as global plastic supply disruptions drive manufacturers to buy locally recycled material. Hospitality & Policy: A UK campaign is pushing to cut VAT for hospitality from 20% to 10% to protect businesses and jobs. Global Delivery Consolidation: Uber agreed to acquire Germany’s Delivery Hero in a deal worth about $14.8B, creating a major food-delivery player across 99 markets. Trade & Exports: Greece reported €2.1B in 2025 exports from feta and olive oil, reinforcing their role as top culinary export drivers.
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