AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAperitif Arms Race: Pernod Ricard is boosting Lillet sales as Brits keep chasing spritzes, with NielsenIQ data showing volumes up a third year-on-year and the brand positioning itself against Campari’s Aperol dominance. English Wine Shift: In England’s Crouch Valley, early harvests in a hot, dry 2026 summer are fueling optimism for more still red wine, with winemakers pointing to Pinot Noir as a key bet. Water-Saving Push: Bengaluru’s BWSSB is rolling out aerators on about 9.3 lakh taps to cut water use by up to 25%, aiming to ease recurring shortages. Food Labeling Fight: India’s front-of-pack warning labels are finally moving after years of delays, with court pressure forcing clearer sugar disclosures for packaged foods. Alcohol Access Under Pressure: In northeast Syria, new taxes and stricter rules are driving up alcohol prices and pushing more sales into smuggling channels. Local Seafood Pivot: Italian fishermen hit by invasive blue crabs are exporting the crustaceans to protect livelihoods and preserve native clams and mussels.
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