AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPub Costs: The UK will exempt glass bottles and glasses supplied to pubs and restaurants from the packaging levy from April, saving a typical pub about £870 a year. PET Recycling: North America’s PET bottle recycling rate fell to 36% in 2025, while recycled content in US bottles hit a record 22.9%; rising imports have contributed to domestic recycling capacity losses. Wine Trade: South Africa hosted nine wine-producing nations for talks on easing trade barriers, aligning electronic labels and certification, and improving export access. Scotch Dispute: India is holding Pernod Ricard and Diageo shipments amid a tariff dispute that could expose bulk Scotch to duties of up to 150%. Wine Oversupply: New Zealand growers are pulling vines as demand for Sauvignon Blanc weakens; Marlborough has lost 46% of its vineyard area. Craft Beer: Nigeria’s Champion Breweries and Bature Brewery have teamed up to expand craft beer distribution nationwide.
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