AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFood Safety: UK authorities warned consumers and food businesses not to use Ukrainian eggs from Yasensvit, code 3UA1012066, after Salmonella Enteritidis was detected; the eggs are mainly sold through small retailers, wholesalers and caterers. EU Approvals: Around 200 pesticide substances are awaiting renewal, with roughly half delayed by more than five years, the European Commission’s food-safety director said. The backlog could also slow approval of newer biocontrol products. Crop Nutrition: A new report says key minerals in some common UK crops have fallen by 20% to 50% over six decades, raising concerns that higher yields have not guaranteed more nutritious food. Retail Prices: Bulgaria’s consumer watchdog reported markups of up to 125% on butter at one chain and said dairy prices in the country are the highest in Europe, citing Eurostat. Plant-Based Labels: A UK survey found 94% to 96% of respondents correctly identified meat-free products, challenging claims that shoppers are confused by names such as “sausages” and “chicken.”
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