AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFood Prices: Major consumer-goods and food companies warn that higher energy, raw-material and freight costs could bring further price rises next year, while a UK survey finds 83% of adults fear rising grocery bills. Retail: Woolworths food sales rose 6.1% on a comparable basis in the latest quarter, led by fresh food, as shoppers continued to seek value. Trade & Farming: A Philippine senator says rice imports arriving during harvest could depress local farm prices and is questioning enforcement of safeguards. Food Security: Singapore has committed S$138 million over five years to strengthen food security and agri-food innovation. Packaging: Visy has produced its first bottles at a new Queensland plant, which is expected to make up to one billion bottles and jars a year, with 70% recycled glass. Global Expansion: South Korea’s Sangmidang is pursuing growth in North America and Europe through talks with US distributor Gellert Global and European suppliers.
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