AGP Executive Report
Last update: a few seconds agoUS-Canada Trade War: The White House ordered a ban on imports of Canadian dairy products, most alcohol and some motorcycles, with restrictions starting Sept. 29, as Ottawa’s retaliatory tariffs hit earlier this week and Washington also revised which goods face 50% duties. Food Safety & Regulation: A JUST study in Bangladesh flagged extremely high lead and chromium levels in some processed foods and drinks, with children facing higher potential health risks. Health Watch: UK research warns that regularly drinking “very hot” tea or coffee (65°C+) may raise oesophageal cancer risk, advising people to let drinks cool. Packaging Innovation: ALPLA and CCL Label unveiled a stackable, recyclable 0.33L PET “bottle in can” with a detachable EcoFloat shrink sleeve designed to cut recycling friction and storage needs. Café & Consumer Trends: Wild&Org Jeddah opened as a grab-and-go healthy food and beverage destination, while KAXFREE showcased smart home coffee machines at IFA 2026. Industry Moves: Lallemand launched Solyve as a dedicated food-and-beverage enzyme business unit.
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