AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoWater & Supply: Coca-Cola is investing US$1.22 million in Namibia’s Swakop River Basin, funding dams, land restoration and groundwater work to strengthen water security. Russian attacks have also disrupted Ukraine’s oilseed processing, with Kernel suspending operations and a sunflower-oil spill reported at a facility. Industry Moves: Danone completed its acquisition of Made Group, while Puratos is investing €15 million in a Romanian factory to expand regional manufacturing. Health & Regulation: Nigerian group CAPPA urged governments to make nutritious food more accessible as part of diabetes prevention. Indonesia is coordinating a roadmap for mandatory halal certification, now due by October 2028. Market Watch: Corby reported growth led by ready-to-drink beverages as spirits faced pressure; meanwhile, weather risks are clouding pepper supply prospects for 2027. Food Additives: A report highlights ongoing concerns about TBHQ, a preservative used in some fast-food and processed products; assessments of its potential health risks remain mixed.
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