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UK signs landmark free trade agreement with Gulf Co-operation Council
Britain has become the first G7 nation to secure a free-trade agreement with the GCC, strengthening trade ties and unlocking billions in economic opportunities.
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EU pork output projected to fall 1% in 2026 as exports weaken
Pork exports and per capita consumption also expected to decline in 2026
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Germany sets out biotechnology plan focused on cultivated meat, fermentation proteins
Berlin is also pushing for faster EU approval pathways for cultivated meat and precision fermented foods.
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SPAR to leave UK market through sale of stores, distribution operations
Company says the move will allow it to concentrate on its primary markets and business priorities
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U.S. alcohol market under pressure – NielsenIQ data
NielsenIQ data shows continued weakness in the U.S. alcohol market, with declines across wine, spirits and beer, despite brief weekly sales rebounds driven by seasonal demand.