AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoIndustry Investment: Chobani won preliminary approval for a 60,525-square-foot addition at its Pennsylvania campus, part of plans to establish its first dairy manufacturing operation in the state. Danone is also investing $40 million in an Ohio facility that will turn yogurt waste into energy. Consumer Trends: Natural Products Expo West’s 2027 forecast points to renewed interest in heritage dairy, ancient grains, transparent sourcing and products with targeted health benefits. Food Costs: Halloween candy prices are up more than 15% this year as cocoa and sugar costs climb; meanwhile, rising household bills are forcing some Americans to cut grocery spending, and Oregon’s SNAP-Ed nutrition program has closed after federal funding was eliminated. Food Supply: USDA confirmed New World screwworm in a Texas elk, the first detection in U.S. wildlife in the current outbreak, raising concern for livestock and agriculture. Market Pressure: Pepsi is closing another U.S. plant amid a soft-drink slump, while Wendy’s is betting a $7.99 Dave’s Single combo can help draw customers back.
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