AGP Executive Report
Last update: 24 minutes agoEU Food Funding: The EU has signed €24m of new projects to strengthen Yemen’s food and agricultural systems, backing work with FAO, UNDP and Solidaridad plus technical help on export standards. Organic Push: The European Commission targets at least 25% of EU farmland farmed organically by 2030; Greece is already above the EU average at 17.2% of utilised agricultural land. Food Security Under Pressure: Ukraine’s grain exports remain at risk as Russia’s Black Sea blockade continues, with 51 countries backing calls for safe passage. Diesel Shock: Record diesel prices are feeding into wider grocery and transport costs, as politicians debate export limits. UK Alcohol Rules: UK Labour leader Andy Burnham floats a trial to allow alcohol in some English football stands, arguing the 1985 ban is outdated. McDonald’s Modernisation: McDonald’s plans an $8.5bn global upgrade, including hand-breaded chicken tests and new menu formats. F&B Business Finance: FEMSA issued CHF $300m in Swiss bond markets to improve debt flexibility. Cocktail Culture: The 50 Best Bars expands its 2026 rankings with a new 51–100 list.
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