Protein & Pricing: Whey protein concentrate prices have surged in 2026, with demand shifting toward alternatives as formulators look for steadier protein inputs amid egg and dairy volatility. Food Safety & Regulation: India’s Maharashtra hospitality bodies are urging Modi, the state chief minister and FSSAI to rein in Maharashtra FDA enforcement, arguing inspections should follow the Food Safety and Standards Act. Avian Flu Impact: Australia’s free-range egg sector warns biosecurity measures may curb output as H5 AI spreads, pushing farms toward barn production. Heat & Food Costs: South Korea’s record heatwave is already driving livestock losses and is expected to keep pressuring egg and broader food prices. Industry Certification: Goodman Fielder (PNG) secured HACCP certification for its Port Moresby bakery and flour mill, aiming to strengthen food-safety confidence. Beverage Business: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners reported a Q2 slowdown but reaffirmed full-year guidance as it leans on zero sugar, energy and hydration. Hospitality & Foodservice Expansion: Sheraton debuted in Papua New Guinea with a new Port Moresby hotel, while Raising Cane’s opened in Novi, Michigan with grand-opening giveaways. Trade & Agriculture: China’s Hebei region is harvesting bumper wheat on saline-alkali fields, showing how improved varieties and cooperative farming can lift yields.