AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFood Safety & Health: A European Heart Journal study tracking 112,395 French adults links high intake of non-antioxidant preservatives (notably sodium nitrite and potassium sorbate) to higher risks of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease, prompting calls for regulators like the FDA to re-check safety. Packaging & Regulation: Molded fiber makers warn a California “truth in labeling” rule (SB 343) due in October could make products unrecyclable, while the industry pushes data and keeps innovating. Retail Food Growth: Circana says U.S. retail food and beverage grew 2.2% in H1 2026, with volume flat and price/mix up, as shoppers recalibrate spending and categories rationalize. Business Moves: Wonder adds former Chipotle CFO Jack Hartung to its board as it targets an IPO-ready push; MTY Food Group plans to close dozens of corporate Papa Murphy’s stores amid weaker customer pull. Industry Training: Kuwait’s talabat grow brings KGCA in as an official training partner for restaurant operators. Cancer Screening: Freenome’s updated blood test for colorectal cancer shows improved detection in validation work, with Abbott set to commercialize after FDA approval.
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