Beverages

Communications will be supported by large-scale in-store activation program, with the support of Guru's exclusive Canadian distributor.

The largest consumer survey of product innovation reveals winners in 35 categories, including several convenience industry standouts.

Field Agent's semi-annual review shows which retailers are the charging the most and where.

Canadian beverage maker is primarily focused on California, the country's largest consumer of organic products.

From capitalizing on key trends to selecting a coffee program partner, Carter shares insights into how the convenience channel can become a coffee destination.

A food tax's chances of survival are based on the ability of political interests to create a successful narrative surrounding the policy's purpose.

Innovations in the better-for-you space are shaking up the beverage and confectionery categories, and driving consumers to c-stores.

The deal is part of a multiyear effort at Coke to move beyond sugary soft drinks and into other categories like juices, enhanced waters and sports drinks.

Ready-to-drink beverages, concentrated drink mixtures and dispensed beverages like slushies and fountain sodas will all be subject to the tax.

Self-serve beverage sales took a hit during the pandemic, but new flavours and strategic promotions in frozen are getting things flowing again.

New products quench consumers’ growing thirst for sparkling water.

The sale reflects uncertainty about demand for fruit juice as consumers look for healthier options with less sugar, say industry watchers.

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.