AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFood Security: Sabah is targeting a rise in rice self-sufficiency from 22% to 40% by 2030, alongside more local production of vegetables, meat, eggs and fish. Its plan prioritizes farmer support, infrastructure, technology, market access and climate resilience. Consumer Demand: U.S. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% year over year through Oct. 17 as high living costs squeezed spending; smaller bags were the only size gaining sales. Beverage Deals: Coca-Cola has taken over KFC’s U.S. beverage business from PepsiCo, which has renewed its Taco Bell partnership through 2036. Manufacturing: Niagara Bottling opened a $141 million Kentucky facility, while Gujarat Alkalies began building a food-grade phosphoric acid plant designed to double its capacity and reduce India’s reliance on imports. Food Policy: Calley Means, a senior adviser associated with the MAHA agenda, has left the Trump administration amid frustration over stalled efforts to define ultraprocessed foods.
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