AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Prices & Inputs: U.S. urea fertilizer prices have slid back toward pre-conflict levels after a sharp April spike, but El Niño-linked drought risk is still a live threat to food inflation. Public Health & Food Safety: Kano State in Nigeria warned it will prosecute anyone diverting Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF), stressing it’s for treating malnourished children, not commerce; in the UK, Buttermilk Confections recalled Honeycomb Blast Choc Bar batches after hidden milk ingredient claims raised allergy risk. Restaurant Economics: Bain reports restaurants are losing customers as price hikes outpace grocery inflation, worsening the price-value equation and pushing consumers to cut back on dining and delivery. Policy & Competition: Canada is pushing a $715M-plus push to boost competition in grocery and food processing, including investment in food terminals and hubs to help independents and lower prices. Supply Chain & Processing Tech: Heat and Control will spotlight more accurate, sustainable snack seasoning and on-machine solutions at Snackex 2026. Agrifood Development: Pakistan allocated Rs 4.183B under PSDP 2026-27 for national food security, animal disease surveillance, traceability, and oilseed/seed programs. Industry Growth: Zaxby’s named a new chief development officer as it targets continued unit expansion.
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