AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAseptic Beverage Manufacturing: Newamstar says its 28,000-bottle-per-hour aseptic blow-fill-cap line in Thailand has cleared full-process validation and started commercial production for heat-sensitive natural coconut water. Robotics in Food & Delivery: X Square Robot showcased general-purpose home and logistics robots at the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing, including tasks like fetching deliveries and even scooping cat litter. Food Safety Watch: UKHSA-linked concerns point to Salmonella outbreaks tied to imported eggs for catering use, while a separate U.S. update shows cyclospora cases still climbing but slowing. Retail & Pricing Pressure: UK retail sales fell in July even as hot weather and the World Cup boosted alcohol and drinks; Utah shoppers report whiplash from gas and high beef prices. Brand & Campaigns: Dabur’s Real brand launched “Real Greetings” for Raksha Bandhan, and Greggs rolled out its autumn menu featuring the Steak and Stilton Bake plus new buffalo items and returning pumpkin spice drinks. QSR & Expansion: El Jannah’s Box Hill site sold for $4.55m on a new 20-year net lease, and Binondo’s Best opened a Cebu branch at Mahi Center. Health & Consumer Trends: Citrus benefits get a spotlight, and GLP-1 use is driving demand for collagen and protein/beauty products.
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