AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Supply Risk: A cyberattack on French supermarket refrigeration systems spoiled food across hundreds of stores, exposing how weakly secured connected equipment can disrupt the food chain. Trade: Irish food and live-animal exports topped €10.7bn in the first eight months of 2026, down about €270m year on year; meat and dairy shipments also slipped. Food Resilience: A new European assessment warns that heat, drought and weak irrigation infrastructure threaten production, while differing trade standards add costs and delays. Black Sea Shipping: EU leaders called for safe passage to be restored, warning that attacks on ports and grain routes threaten global food security. Industry: Germany’s cabinet approved a sugar tax on soft drinks from July 2027. Regional Flavours: Bulgarian autumn festivals are showcasing Elena ham, Smilyan beans, chestnuts and walnuts. Organic Market: Switzerland leads European food retail in organic sales, with organic products accounting for 12.3% of food sold.
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