AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDisaster Response: The Philippines’ DSWD says 1.1 million family food packs are prepositioned in Mindanao after a 7.8 quake off Sarangani triggered tsunami warnings, with mobile kitchens and command centers ready. Food Safety Push: Ghana marks World Food Safety Day 2026 with calls to turn data into action, citing unsafe food’s huge toll on children and global health. Policy & Industry: Nigeria’s Lagos Chamber of Commerce warns the Senate’s sugar-sweetened beverage tax could strain manufacturers, lift costs, and hit jobs unless redesigned toward reformulation. Agriculture & Climate Tech: WFP launches Nepal’s climate innovation accelerator to help startups scale solutions like solar irrigation, clean energy, and climate-smart farmer tools. Livestock Biosecurity: Colorado unveils a response plan to protect cattle from New World Screwworm after detections in south Texas. Food Culture & Travel: Time Out’s 2026 “best cities for food” ranking puts Lima first and London fourth, while World Cup fan-fest coverage keeps food and drink plans front and center. Food Systems & Oceans: World Oceans Day coverage highlights how ocean health underpins food and livelihoods, with calls for stronger conservation.
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