AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUltra-processed food warning: Europe’s top heart experts, led by the European Society of Cardiology, say ultra-processed foods are tied to higher heart disease, stroke and premature death risk—arguing the damage comes from industrial processing itself, not just sugar, salt or fat. Retail & supply pressure: Italy’s Mutti warned tomato prices could jump if energy costs stay high through the summer harvest, with energy bills running far above expectations. UK grocery competition: Primark is preparing to launch online delivery for the first time, moving beyond click-and-collect as it faces cheaper digital rivals. Coffee turnaround: Starbucks confirmed about 300 corporate job cuts in the US and more office closures as it pushes a major restructuring. Food tech in drinks: Coca-Cola is rolling out smarter Freestyle machines that turn real-time pour data into new drink ideas in as little as 90 days. Global food markets: India is now KitKat’s biggest market, while India and the Netherlands upgraded ties to a “strategic partnership” spanning trade, defence, tech—and food systems.
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