AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIndustrial Biotech Scaling: AMSilk and Ajinomoto Foods Europe expanded their silk-protein partnership, moving from validation to a dedicated large-scale production line at Ajinomoto’s Nesle, France biomanufacturing site. Food Supply Disruption: Typhoon Maysak flooded Guangxi’s Hengzhou, a global jasmine hub, threatening floral-tea and fragrance supply as plantations in low areas were submerged. Packaging & Sustainability Watch: A European Commission JRC study found plastic packaging rose 11% across 19 EU countries from 2011-2025, with food and beverage the dominant share. RTD Value Push: Ribena rolled out a limited-edition £1 price-marked pack across 500ml RTD SKUs in the convenience channel to drive summer conversion. Coffee Culture & Health: A new deep-dive revisits coffee’s health research, addressing past cancer concerns and the shift toward broader protective findings. Hospitality Leadership: Marriott’s Westin Mumbai Powai Lake appointed Amit Basu as director of food & beverage, overseeing restaurants, bars, banquets and events. Café Trendspotting (Korea): Multiple reports highlight South Korea’s move beyond coffee into fresh juice signature drinks, with commercial blenders used to keep textures consistent. Industry Dealmaking: KFC South Asia named Rishab Mukherjee CMO, signaling a marketing leadership refresh for the region.
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