AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWater Restrictions: South East Water is extending hosepipe bans to 2.4m customers in Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire from Saturday, urging people to stop using hosepipes immediately as river levels fall. Food Safety: PepsiCo has recalled Doritos Chilli Heatwave crisps after some packs may contain milk not shown on labels; the Food Standards Agency warns anyone with a milk allergy/intolerance not to eat and to return for a refund. Retail & Innovation: Rude Health is expanding its chilled oat and almond calcium drinks into Asda after 50.2% growth in its chilled range. Industry & Farming: Pladis launches “Back to Farm” to help UK wheat growers adopt regenerative practices, aiming for 50% of UK wheat in its products by 2030. Events & Culture: Grace Foods UK and Black Eats London team up for the UK’s first Jerk Festival in Hackney Wick (25-26 July), with jerk vendors competing and chicken priced at £6.50. Consumer Trends: Research says social commerce is surging, with 47% of Gen Z/Y shoppers using TikTok Shop in the past three months.
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