AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Safety: The FDA is considering expanding a regulatory exemption that could allow some chemicals to be added directly to food without safety review, drawing warnings from public health advocates. UK regulators also ordered businesses to withdraw raw eggs from Ukrainian producer Yasensvit after tests found Salmonella. Supply Chain Risks: A cyberattack on refrigeration controls spoiled food and sparked fires at hundreds of French supermarkets, with losses estimated in the millions of euros. Food Costs: India’s retail inflation rose to 5.54% in September, with food prices up 7.74%, intensifying pressure on households and policymakers. Industry Moves: KFC is investing £38 million to roll out its Kwench drinks range across Scotland, adding dedicated counters and 13 beverage options. True Food Kitchen, meanwhile, filed for bankruptcy and closed 12 restaurants as it restructures. Waste Reduction: Solar-powered cold storage in Nigeria is helping preserve produce in a country where post-harvest fruit and vegetable losses can exceed 40%.
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