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QCS Purchasing Cooperative will host its 2026 Annual Conference Oct. 18-20 in Plano, Texas, bringing together food and beverage professionals for sessions on artificial intelligence, packaging, ingredients and the future of production.

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Sodium benzoate powder remains widely used in beverage manufacturing because it helps slow microbial growth in acidic drinks and supports longer shelf life.

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Insurance Navy says it is expanding its focus on food truck insurance to help operators of trucks, trailers, carts and catering rigs find coverage built for mobile food risks.

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Informa Connect Foodservice has announced the first Bevvy Awards winners, with 7-Eleven, Sheetz, Chili’s and others recognized for beverage innovation across convenience retail and restaurants.

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Grizzlies says restaurants and foodservice buyers should choose takeaway containers based on the actual meal, delivery conditions and compliance needs — not price or appearance alone.

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Brazilian manufacturers are heading to the 2026 Bogotá International Industrial Fair for a series of scheduled business meetings aimed at landing new sales across Latin America.

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The global alcoholic beverages market is projected to grow from $1.96 trillion in 2025 to $2.86 trillion by 2035, led by premiumization, ready-to-drink products, off-trade channels and emerging markets.

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Bach Business Brokers announced the sale of a large-capacity Texas contract distillery and copacker on September 14, 2026. The deal shows continued buyer demand for established spirits manufacturers with scalable production and adds another…

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The 2026 Wallet Max Emerald Summit returns to New York City on Sept. 18 with keynotes from Alissa Miky and Peter Fusaro, plus panels on climate finance, founder funding and renewable energy.

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Untamed Beverages won recognition for every product in its portfolio at the 2026 PR%F Awards, pairing perfect package-design scores with blind-tasting medals.

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Ember Beverages has introduced a direct-to-consumer energy drink range with eight flavors, 200 milligrams of caffeine per can and no sugar.

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Villya Pharmaceuticals said Tuesday it acquired Hythlayn Inc.’s cannabinoid intellectual property and plans to license the technology to one global beverage partner.

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Business Awards UK has announced the winners and finalists for its 2026 Food Industry Awards, recognizing UK food businesses for customer service, innovation, and consistency.

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Magnin & Associates has released Fast Food Entrepreneur 1.0 across iPhone, Android, Kindle Fire, Apple TV, Mac, Windows PC and Xbox. The simulation game lets players build a restaurant business from worker to owner, with pricing set at $4.99 on…

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LEVIA has launched a hemp-derived beverage line made in Maine, giving the Massachusetts cannabis drink brand a way to sell online and ship to consumers in select states for the first time.

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Chuangfa says hot pot operators need higher-grade stainless steel to handle heat, salt and acidic broths in commercial kitchens.

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The mineral-fortified beverages market is projected to rise from $19.98 billion in 2026 to $27.44 billion by 2030, driven by demand for ready-to-drink, functional and personalized nutrition products.

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Castle Retail Group appointed Ryan Harte as vice president/director of perishables to lead fresh food strategy across meat, produce, dairy and other departments.

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The calcium-fortified beverages market rose to $11.76 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach $15.94 billion by 2030, driven by bone health concerns, rising health consciousness and demand for plant-based nutrition.

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The global food and beverages market is projected to grow from $1.79 trillion in 2024 to $2.48 trillion by 2035, driven by plant-based demand, healthier products and retail expansion.