AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHeatwave Survival Tips: The British Red Cross says cooling your feet with cold socks from the fridge can help you sleep better during UK temperatures hitting 35C, alongside hydration and avoiding alcohol/caffeine. Retail & Foodservice Deals: Zizzi is marking National Lasagne Day (29 July) with 30 free lasagnes at each of its 133 UK & Ireland restaurants, plus 50% off for those who miss out. New Product Launch: Napolina rolls out four premium Pasta Stir Ins (including Spicy Calabrian Nduja and Sundried Tomato & Basil) for easy, minimal-prep at-home pasta meals. Supermarket Operations: M&S is investing in refrigeration after the heatwave exposed failures, with plans to cope with up to 45C conditions. Industry Push: NFU, BRC, FDF and UKHospitality have urged the next UK Prime Minister to back a five-point plan for a more resilient and affordable food system. Food Safety & Health: UKHSA warns Shigella is spreading rapidly in some networks and becoming more antibiotic-resistant, with sexual contact a key route. M&A in Baking: ABF has completed its acquisition of Hovis, creating Hovis Bakeries with Allied Bakeries under the “Nourishing the Nation” banner. Beer & Retail: Chouffe Framboise launches exclusively in Waitrose from 12 July, as fruit beers keep gaining momentum.
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