AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPlant-Based Kids’ Drinks: Ripple Foods launched Ripple Toddler shelf-stable plant-based milk for ages 12–36 months, touting pea protein, DHA and choline, prebiotic fiber, and no dairy/nuts/soy/gluten; sold via Walmart. Demand Pressure in China: Ahead of National Day, China is pushing every lever to revive sluggish domestic consumption and investment as growth remains weak. Beverage Sponsorship in Sports: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners was named premier partner of Papua New Guinea’s Chiefs NRL club, taking the non-alcoholic RTD category and branding on jerseys from 2028. Food Safety Crackdown in India: India’s regulators are suspending operations and pushing front-of-pack warning labels, with industry groups urging a rethink as confusion grows. Energy-Drink Label Fight: Red Bull and others are in court over FSSAI orders to remove “energy” from labels and ads, with companies arguing the alternative wording could mislead. Coffee Deals & Culture: National Coffee Day on Sept. 29 brings freebies and discounts from chains, while restaurants face a “phones as new cigarettes” backlash. Global Food Trade: Egypt’s food exports topped $5B in eight months, led by frozen strawberries and edible oils. Ukraine Food Supply Hit: Russia struck an ice cream plant in Zhytomyr, disrupting production at Rud.
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