AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Policy & Funding (Philippines): Rep. Brian Poe pushed for a dedicated ₱100m allocation for the Philippine ube industry, arguing fertilizer support should be crop-specific to protect growers and keep the country competitive in export markets. Food Security (Malaysia): Malaysia urged states to gazette padi-growing areas after rice self-sufficiency fell to 54.3% in 2025, with reliance on imports estimated at 1.416m tonnes worth RM2.953b. Chocolate Supply Shift: Industry focus is moving from “sustainability-only” cocoa alternatives to practical solutions as cocoa shortages and price volatility drive demand for cocoa-free and hybrid products. Dairy Protein Boom (Europe): Arla plans €63m to expand Skyr and cottage cheese capacity in Germany and Sweden as high-protein dairy becomes an everyday staple. Food Safety & Labelling (India): India’s crackdown on adulteration and misleading claims intensifies, with FSSAI action against mislabelling and high-profile cases including Nestlé India. Agri-Exports (India): APEDA backed Bihar makhana exports to Greece and a 24MT frozen foods shipment to Canada via FPO-led value chains. UAE Market Access: ADAFSA partnered with Talabat Mart to promote local farm and food products through digital sales. Innovation in Drinks: A University of Aberdeen team won a top award for a handheld “electronic nose” to detect chemical changes in drinks early.
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