AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFunctional Beverage Legal & Formulation Pressure: A new industry webinar spotlights how brands are tackling “zero sugar/sugar-free” claim risk and formulation hurdles for functional drinks, from bitter actives to fiber and sugar-claim compliance. Halal Certification Acceleration (Malaysia): Malaysia’s KUSKOP says it has helped 3,000+ MSMEs and cooperatives secure halal certification, with plans to streamline approvals via partnerships. Fiber Goes Mainstream (Beneo): Coverage highlights rising consumer demand for fiber beyond cereals, including how brands can boost intake in beverages and other formats while managing digestive tolerance. Lower-Cost Dining (Sizzler Puerto Rico): Sizzler rolls out reduced-price lunch and dinner buffets (with beverage included) plus a student deal as living costs bite. Coconut Water UK Expansion: Australian CocoCoast targets major UK retailers, aiming for £32m revenue in five years as category growth accelerates. Food Waste Push (Mill): Mill’s Make Food Not Waste Restaurant Week returns with zero-waste dining formats across NYC. Ownership Shift in Coffee: Jollibee reduces its stake in Vietnam’s Highlands Coffee, selling 11% for about $88m as part of portfolio management. Sake Fest Returns (Denver): Queen City Sake Fest brings 100+ pours and local bites back to Finn’s Manor.
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