AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFood Inflation: India’s wholesale inflation jumped to 11.39% in September, driven by rising food, fuel and manufactured-goods prices. Retail Costs: Spanish supermarkets say energy surcharges have topped €130 million since the Middle East conflict began, adding pressure to electricity, transport and packaging costs. Cybersecurity: A hack that overheated refrigeration systems at hundreds of French supermarkets spoiled food and sparked fires, exposing risks to food supply chains. Food Safety: The FDA is considering extending a regulatory exemption to direct food ingredients, allowing some chemicals to bypass safety review; public-health advocates warn of potential health risks. Global Trade: Brazil says it could become the world’s largest food exporter by year-end, after opening 700 new markets for agricultural products since 2023. Industry Agenda: SIAL Paris will put food sovereignty, AI and personalised nutrition among the debates shaping the sector’s future. Online Grocery: Italy’s Everli says its marketplace connects shoppers with more than 1,150 stores, including the country’s 13 largest grocery chains.
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