AGP Executive Report
Last update: 27 minutes agoFood Fortification: From December 13, UK millers must add folic acid to non-wholemeal wheat flour, a move the government says could prevent about 200 cases of neural tube defects a year. Poultry Biosecurity: England is ordering larger flocks indoors from Friday as bird flu spreads, putting Christmas turkey production under pressure. Grocery Growth: China’s Dingdong reported third-quarter gross merchandise value up 14.3% year on year and its 11th straight quarter of net profit. Dairy Investment: A Bangladesh partnership aims to improve productivity, market access and climate resilience for smallholder farmers, with 10,000 households involved. Snack Expansion: Mars is investing $1.4 billion in snack growth amid wider industry consolidation. Supply-Chain Security: Refrigeration cyberattacks have forced supermarkets in Europe to pull food, exposing a vulnerable link in food distribution. Deal Scrutiny: UK competition authorities say the proposed $65 billion Unilever-McCormick deal may weaken competition.
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