AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood & Drink Markets: Evonik has completed backward integration of its MetAMINO® DL-methionine network, producing key intermediates on-site in Mobile to cut carbon and reduce logistics risk for animal nutrition customers. Agri-food & Trade: Nigeria’s agricultural exports fell 31.2% in Q1 2026 amid port delays, heavy pesticide use, and phytosanitary certification failures driving more rejections abroad. EU Economy: Eurostat reports euro area inflation easing to 2.8% in June, with food, alcohol and tobacco contributing 0.29 percentage points. Food Safety & Supply Chains: A cyclospora-linked iceberg lettuce recall has expanded to 27 US states, highlighting ongoing vulnerability in fresh produce supply chains. Hospitality & Culture: Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland adds two Marylebone openings—Clio (Greek) and Aki (Japanese)—as inspectors keep rolling out new picks. Travel & Food Tourism: Vietnam is pushing beyond “promoting cuisine” toward immersive food experiences to boost sustainable tourism and brand strength. Tech in Food Ops: Starship Technologies is pulling campus food-delivery robots in the US and shifting them to grocery and hot-food delivery across Europe and the US.
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