AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPackaging Costs: From April 2027, UK glass bottles sold directly to pubs and restaurants will be exempt from packaging EPR fees, avoiding charges for waste handled through commercial collections. Wine Market: California producers say vineyard removals are easing oversupply, but wine demand is still down 18% over five years, and cost cuts alone won’t restore growth. Armenia approved 173.4 million drams to help growers sell surplus Areni grapes. Alcohol Policy: Illinois’ ban on hemp-derived THC drinks has taken effect, prompting companies to clear inventory. Beverage Sales: Zimbabwe’s Delta Corporation reported revenue up 18% to US$607.5 million in 2026, while Australian brewers Coopers and Good Drinks are bucking a broader beer downturn. Recycling: The Beer Store says Ontarians returned 12.1 million empty alcohol containers in one day, setting a Guinness World Records title.
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