AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoIndustry Moves: PepsiCo plans 1,000 job cuts across its North American food and drink businesses, while Mars is investing $1.4 billion in U.S. manufacturing to expand snack capacity. Market Pressure: JBS reported lower third-quarter profit as China’s Brazilian beef quota, pork oversupply and poultry margins weighed on results; Hain Celestial’s first-quarter sales fell 29% to $260 million. Packaging and Recycling: U.S. PET bottle recycling slipped to 29% in 2025, even as recycled content in bottles rose to a record 22.9%, according to NAPCOR. New Products: Circle K and 5-hour Energy are launching a limited-edition cream soda shot, tapping the dirty-soda trend; Rich Products introduced a shelf-stable protein syrup for drinks. Food Trade: Expo Asian Food 2026 opened in Madrid with nearly 60 companies showcasing food, beverages, packaging and hospitality solutions. Local Flavours: Aldi Scotland will stock curry pies developed by Glasgow restaurant Mister Singh’s India and Brownings the Bakers, combining curry fillings with the bakery’s pastry.
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