AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUltra-processed food warning: A major European heart panel says ultra-processed foods are linked to higher heart disease, stroke and early death risk, urging doctors to screen patients’ intake and push reduction as a core prevention step. EU deforestation rules: The Commission confirms it’s pressing ahead with the long-awaited EUDR deforestation law despite earlier delays and fears it could burden farmers and supply chains. Brazil beef pressure: The EU is moving to keep Brazil off the approved import list for animal products from September, with Irish politicians framing it as protection for standards and public health. Food security at home: Ireland’s tillage and horticulture gaps are back in focus as ministers concede the country needs stronger incentives and market guarantees to reduce import vulnerability. UK surplus food push: UK charities and social enterprises back a new national programme to triple surplus food redistribution. Health & food culture: Princess Kate learns fresh pasta-making in Italy, while a separate report highlights how heatwaves are becoming everyday disasters—raising the stakes for food systems and public health.
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