AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 minutes agoEU Supplement Rules: The European Commission is drafting bloc-wide maximum limits for vitamins and minerals in dietary supplements, but industry and some Irish politicians warn it could function like a “ban” on certain products, while health experts argue uniform limits improve safety and reduce trade friction. Food Safety & Recalls: Taylor Farms expanded a voluntary recall of iceberg lettuce shipped to 27 states due to a possible link to the ongoing cyclospora outbreak, underscoring how quickly produce contamination can spread. Consumer Protection: India’s CCPA launched suo motu action against 41 restaurants for automatically adding service charges, ordering refunds and software changes to stop default levies. Food Packaging Health Risk: In Tanzania, doctors warn that printed paper used to wrap food can leach unsuitable chemicals—especially when food is hot or greasy—raising both health and hygiene concerns. Dairy Investment: India’s Amul Bengal Dairy Project breaks ground in West Bengal, targeting 10 lakh litres/day and boosting income for small milk producers. Energy Costs Hit Food Supply: Bangladesh’s fuel import bill jumped 85% in FY2025-26, with Middle East conflict driving higher costs that can ripple into food and production prices.
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