AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoTrade: The UK and EU are nearing a deal to ease food export checks, potentially making trade viable again for smaller suppliers; changes are not expected to take effect until 2028. Food Manufacturing: Ingredion posted its 10th straight quarter of sales-volume growth, but operating income fell 19% amid higher costs and softer demand. Beverage Packaging: Ball plans a new multi-line can factory in Germany, backed by a long-term energy-drink customer, with production ramping up in late 2028. Supply-Chain Security: Cyberattacks on refrigeration systems have affected UK food suppliers and European supermarkets, with some stores forced to discard spoiled food. Market Signals: Freshpet reported double-digit sales growth and raised its outlook, while Korean sauce exports to the U.S. are on track to top $100 million. Food Security: Wisconsin’s farm exports hit a first-half record despite tariff pressures, while food prices in Bulgaria have climbed more than 50% in five years.
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