AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 minutes agoFood-Supply Risk: Ukrainian intelligence warned Russia may target grain storage, oil, dairy, meat and poultry facilities, threatening production and logistics. Beverage Earnings: Suja Life’s third-quarter sales rose 3.3% to $76.4 million, while Black Rock Coffee’s revenue jumped 29.7% to $66.8 million as it opened 11 stores. Costs & Food Access: U.S. grocery inflation ticked higher ahead of Thanksgiving, and a shrinking cattle herd is expected to keep beef prices elevated. Central Florida’s Second Harvest Food Bank says costs are up 18% as demand grows. Restaurant Delivery: McDonald’s and Uber expanded their global delivery and loyalty partnership; Uber was also named McDonald’s preferred U.S. delivery partner. Industry Investment: Mars plans to invest $1.4 billion in U.S. manufacturing in 2027, while food industry groups are challenging WHO guidance on products with added colors and sweeteners.
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