AGP Executive Report
Last update: 24 minutes agoFood Prices: India’s retail inflation hit 6.09% in October, breaching the RBI’s upper limit as food inflation climbed to 8.94%, driven in part by pricier onions, garlic and ginger. Food Security: A proposed USDA rule could cut SNAP benefits for 6.3 million people from 2029 and end automatic free-school-meal eligibility for about 1.8 million children. Protein & Sustainability: A study comparing 20 protein-rich foods ranked tofu first across health, affordability, availability and environmental impact; cheddar came last, with plant-based foods dominating the top tier. Supply Outlook: Conflict disrupting Black Sea shipments and El Niño-related weather risks are expected to push food commodity prices higher, adding pressure on shoppers and supply chains. Beverage Business: Dairibord Holdings reported a 26% revenue rise on strong beverage sales, while Lotte Chilsung’s third-quarter profit fell 37.9% as costs weighed on earnings. Food Safety: EFSA identified DNA-damaging properties in five Alternaria toxins found in food, keeping contamination risks in focus.
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