AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUK Food Security Push: A cross-sector letter urges Prime Minister Andy Burnham to introduce a legally binding “Good Food Bill,” with major retailers and manufacturers warning the UK food system is too fragile amid wildfires, geopolitics and rising costs. Food Safety Crackdown: Maharashtra’s FDA commissioner launches a statewide “Safe Food For Every Child” campaign, tightening rules for school canteens, hostel messes and midday meal providers. Delivery Platform Regulation: China’s market regulator expands digital business licenses on food delivery apps to shut down “ghost” outlets using false or mismatched credentials. Quick Commerce Watch: Swiggy shares slide after Q1 FY27 results, with investors focused on continued losses even as food delivery stays profitable and Instamart nears breakeven. Fertiliser Supply Probe (Nigeria): In Taraba, 8,000 fertiliser bags reportedly went missing under the Fertiliser Input Support Programme, with federal and state accounts conflicting. Food Relief (South Africa): Vector Logistics and the Imbumba Foundation deliver Mandela Month winter food parcels in Durban, reaching hundreds of families and children. Mango Exports: APEDA supports the first air shipment of Karnataka Neelam and Totapuri mangoes to the Maldives, aiming to boost late-season export returns. Hospitality Deal: Ridgeview Wine Estate signs Company of Cooks as its food, drink and hospitality partner, expanding brunch and seasonal menus at its Rows & Vine venue. Legal/Alcohol Labeling: Associated Alcohols & Breweries challenges an FSSAI directive banning a whisky/rum brand over alleged artificial flavour declaration issues. Community Food Access: Havelock-Cherry Point’s pantry surges to nearly 3,000 people served in July, driven by expanded pickups and storage capacity.
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