AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoSupply-Chain Security: Cyberattacks on supermarket refrigeration systems across at least nine European countries spoiled tonnes of food, exposing a risk that could disrupt deliveries and add costs for grocers and processors. Merger Scrutiny: Unilever and McCormick’s planned $44.8 billion deal faces a deeper UK competition review over concerns it would combine leading suppliers of dry mixes and sauces; the companies have until Nov. 18 to propose remedies. Food Prices: Mother Dairy raised Delhi-NCR milk prices by Rs 2 to Rs 4 per litre, citing higher farm-gate costs, as grocery prices also climbed in October. Children’s Health: A US study estimates children and teens see nearly 3,900 food marketing messages online each year, with 92% promoting products classified as unhealthy. Industry Resilience: Food leaders are urging companies to prepare for persistent disruption from climate extremes, ingredient shortages, cyberattacks and geopolitical tensions.
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