AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPlant-Based Dairy Launch: Ripple Foods rolled out Ripple Toddler Plant-Based Milk, shelf-stable pea-protein cartons for ages 12–36 months, now in Walmart. AI for Restaurant Ops: MarginEdge launched SmartPrep, using POS and kitchen data to turn forecasts into daily prep plans to cut waste. Energy-Drink Label Fight (India): Red Bull sued India’s food regulator after a ban on using “energy drink” without prior notice, warning it disrupts investments. Deposit-Return Milestone (US): California’s beverage container recycling program hit 40 years and nears 550B containers recycled, with 2025 at a record 20.3B. Food Safety Crackdown (India): Regulators stepped up actions against unsafe food and pushed front-of-pack warning labels, rattling packaged-food players. Supply Chain/Traceability: A US meat recall flagged products made without required federal inspection, spotlighting supplier verification gaps. Retail & Brand Moves: Starbucks plans to close ~250 North American stores; Kikkoman opened a $560M Wisconsin soy sauce plant; McDonald’s unveiled $8.5B NEXT support for franchise restaurant upgrades. Beverage & Hospitality Openings: Monty’s Diner opened at Leeds Bradford Airport; SSP added eight Vilnius Airport outlets; Regent Hong Kong launched The Terrace for weddings and events.
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