AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFood & Retail Safety: The UK’s Food Standards Agency ordered a recall of all frozen products from Inarah’s Frozen Foods after the supplier couldn’t prove required safety and hygiene standards, with retailers told to pull items immediately. Allergy Alert: Waitrose recalled 4 Richly Fruited Hot Cross Buns because barley was found but not listed on packaging, prompting a “do not consume” warning for people with barley sensitivity. Consumer Tech for Shopping: Experian launched a “Loans ChatGPT” app that lets consumers explore personal-loan options inside ChatGPT using permissioned data and lender criteria. Retail Footfall: The BRC-Sensormatic monitor showed UK footfall down 2.6% year-on-year in May, with record sunshine in late May linked to a sharp drop at shopping centres and retail parks. Beef Prices & Supply: Drought conditions are squeezing US cattle and feed supplies, with USDA data showing large shares of cattle inventory and hay in drought areas—raising pressure on retail beef prices. Cattle Health Threat: Federal and Texas officials confirmed the New World screwworm fly in South Texas, triggering movement restrictions to protect livestock and wildlife. New Products: THIS launched two whole-food-style mushroom items (“mushroom tofu” and crunchy bites) across major UK retailers. Retail Expansion: ALDI confirmed its €13m Limerick outlet opening on June 18, adding 30 jobs.
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