Beverages

New organization will help companies comply with new blue box recycling rules in Ontario.

Global partnership expands to Southeast Asia, Oceania and Latin America.

Lemire steps into the role in October.

Weekly, it could add $13,000 to operators' expenses.

Jorge Mesquita has a strong CPG track record.

Beverages were a particular challenge for U.S. operators, according to surveys.

Beverages are increasingly being used as a source of nutrition and even as substitutes for food.

Claire Bara has been appointed president of Lassonde's Canadian subsidiary A. Lassonde Inc. In a press release, company said Bara’s “experience, vision and management skills will be leveraged to meet the challenges of these highly competitive segments.”

Effective October 4, 2021, PepsiCo Beverages Canada will sell, distribute, and merchandise Guru's organic, plant-based and better-for-you energy drinks to convenience customers nationwide.

Prices vary widely by region and retailer.

Newfoundland and Labrador introduce a new tax of 20 cents per litre on sugary drinks, starting April 2022.

Manufacturers are capitalizing on demand by developing new products.