Guru makes a splash in the U.S.Canadian beverage maker is primarily focused on California, the country's largest consumer of organic products. Coffee talk: An interview with Coffee Association of Canada president Robert CarterFrom capitalizing on key trends to selecting a coffee program partner, Carter shares insights into how the convenience channel can become a coffee destination. Public acceptance of sin taxes on sugar or fat not dependent on evidence 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. BFY, your new BFF Innovations in the better-for-you space are shaking up the beverage and confectionery categories, and driving consumers to c-stores. In largest-ever brand acquisition, Coke buys sports drink BodyArmor for $5.6B 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. Newfoundland and Labrador says soft drink tax coming in 2022 will be Canada's first Ready-to-drink beverages, concentrated drink mixtures and dispensed beverages like slushies and fountain sodas will all be subject to the tax. Frozen beverages are ready for a post-lockdown comeback Self-serve beverage sales took a hit during the pandemic, but new flavours and strategic promotions in frozen are getting things flowing again. Category Check: Water works New products quench consumers’ growing thirst for sparkling water. PepsiCo to sell Tropicana, other juices, in $3.3B deal The sale reflects uncertainty about demand for fruit juice as consumers look for healthier options with less sugar, say industry watchers. CPGs, retailers and restaurants launch producer responsibility organization New organization will help companies comply with new blue box recycling rules in Ontario. First Previous 21 22 23 24 25 Next Last
