AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDairy Watch: Oregon has detected bird flu in dairy cattle for the first time. Officials say pasteurized milk remains safe, and milk from sick cows cannot enter the commercial supply. Deal Scrutiny: The UK competition watchdog has escalated its review of the proposed $65 billion Unilever-McCormick deal, seeking remedies over competition concerns. Growth & Innovation: Mars is investing $1.4 billion to expand snack growth as consolidation reshapes the sector; food companies are also exploring AI’s role in R&D. Supply-Chain Security: Cyberattacks targeting refrigeration systems and food businesses are raising concerns about risks to grocery supplies. Cost Pressures: US parents face a record surge in baby food and formula costs, while Canada has approved a 2.8% increase in farmgate milk prices for 2027.
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