AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFood Inflation Watch: India is bracing for higher food prices as a monsoon rainfall deficit of 41.5% (June 1–29) is projected to lift food inflation to ~6% in FY27, with headline CPI around 5%, per CareEdge Ratings. Policy & Food Waste: California becomes the first US state to ban “sell by” labels for consumer-facing dates, with “use by” rules taking effect—aimed at cutting waste and clarifying guidance. Food Safety & Testing: Visby Medical won FDA clearance for an at-home multi-viral PCR test for flu and COVID-19, targeting faster decisions on care. Agrifood Resilience: The UK launched a Novel and Underutilised Crop Network to move “niche” crops into mainstream farming and food value chains. Supply & Production: Oman Flour Mills expects about 9,000 tonnes of locally grown wheat in 2026, with procurement from ~54 farmers. Livestock Health: Texas and New Mexico are seeing New World Screwworm spread; experts urged prevention and education at a workshop in Rio Hondo. Industry Growth: Penang’s 2025 GDP rose 7.3% to RM130.3bn, with food & beverage and retail contributing via the services sector.
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