AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFood Infrastructure & Policy: The Philippines is planning 10–12 “mega food hubs” to help farmers and fisherfolk move goods more efficiently, with five slated for 2026 in Clark, Pampanga; Isabela; and Pili, Camarines Sur. Regional Food Security Cooperation: Qatar used a GCC agriculture and food-security meeting to push Gulf strategic stockpiles for food and medicines and strengthen joint readiness. Food Safety & Quality Assurance: Sri Lanka’s Arctek Innovations says it has met ISO 9001, ISO 22000, GMP and HACCP for food-grade adhesive production, covering manufacturing through dispatch. Nutrition & Community Programs: DSWD defended the safety of its family food packs after reports about rice odor, citing provider certifications and strict quality controls. Food Aid Under Pressure: The UN World Food Programme warned it must halve West Bank assistance due to funding shortfalls, cutting support for 400,000 people to 200,000. Local Food Access & Awareness: Washington’s Eat Local Month kicked off its fourth year, while a state grant sent $100,000 to Golden Harvest Food Bank to buy from local farmers. Beverage Industry: Arterra Wines Canada launched MXM, a 16% ABV “hard flavoured wine,” with a national campaign. Wine & Culture: Jordan Wine Estate highlighted strong Tim Atkin MW South Africa 2026 results, including 98 points for Jordan Sophia 2022.
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