AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRegulatory Delays: Around 200 EU pesticide substances are awaiting renewal, with about 100 delayed more than five years; officials warn the backlog could also stall approvals for newer biocontrol products. Digital Grocery: India’s quick-commerce order value could rise as much as 21.6% quarter on quarter, while food delivery is forecast to maintain 18% annual growth, according to Emkay. Regional Supply Chains: The UN Economic Commission for Africa has convened more than 150 West African rice-sector SMEs to build commercial links and tackle barriers including limited finance, processing capacity and cross-border trade. Investment: Reliance Consumer Products plans to invest more than ₹600 crore in an integrated food and beverage park in West Bengal, its first investment in the state. Drinks Trends: Tesco reports year-on-year growth of 17% in alcohol-free spirits sales and 12.5% in no- and low-alcohol beer and cider volumes as shoppers seek premium options. Export Push: Boseong matcha lattes developed with local growers are being lined up for trial sales at 40 U.S. Costco stores in December.
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