AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSynthetic Food Safety: A peer-reviewed study says “synbio milk” contains 93 uncharacterized compounds and 236 fungal proteins never tested for human consumption, raising new alarms about Perfect Day’s animal-free milk and prompting calls for mandatory safety testing. Foodborne Risk: UK health experts warn that “raw” cheeses are linked to listeria deaths, noting the bacteria can survive and grow even in refrigeration. Supply Chain Automation: PepsiCo will expand its use of Gatik autonomous trucks across North America to keep deliveries more consistent and help meet demand. Beverage Reformulation & Policy: Jamaica’s sugar tax pressure is pushing local manufacturers toward seminar-backed reformulation tech to cut sugar while protecting flavor and keeping products on shelves. Packaging & Waste: Bengaluru’s airport-city partners and India’s cities keep moving on sustainability—BMC launches a PET bottle collection drive with Hindustan Coca-Cola under extended producer responsibility rules. On-the-Go Food & Drink: Auckland Airport begins a major airside dining refresh, adding more seating and upgrading terminal food options for travelers. World Cup Culture: Chattanooga and other cities are rolling out World Cup watch parties with food-and-drink vendors, turning matches into local consumer events.
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