AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCold-Chain Cybersecurity: The NCSC says vulnerable refrigeration technology has been exploited in a couple of UK cases, after hacks spoiled food in supermarkets across Europe. Retailers have been alerted to secure their systems. EU Food Trade: The UK and EU have finalised a deal to remove most checks on food and animal-product trade. It could ease costs for exporters and smaller retailers, but is not expected to take effect until early 2028. Supermarket Shake-up: Asda has appointed former Morrisons chief David Potts as CEO, as it seeks to build on recent sales growth and improve its food offer amid fierce discount-grocery competition. Household Budgets: New research finds shoppers are cutting takeaways, restaurant meals and branded groceries, while holding on to holidays and streaming subscriptions. Pig Welfare: Defra is consulting on phasing out carbon-dioxide stunning at slaughterhouses, with alternatives proposed to reduce animal suffering. Drinks Business: Tennent’s recorded its highest Northern Ireland pre-tax profit since the pandemic, despite lower revenue and a workforce cut of 27% over two years. Product Launch: Atora has introduced a ready-to-use dumpling mix, now available in selected Morrisons stores.
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