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Informa Markets’ Natural Products Expo West, part of the New Hope Network family of brands, hosted more than 65,000 registered attendees and 3,000 exhibiting companies March 7-11 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Bell’s Brewery, now owned by Australian beverage company Lion, was started by Larry Bell in 1983. One of Bell’s most beloved brews is the Oberon Ale, an American wheat ale.

As plant-based beverages have grown elevenfold since the turn of the century, discussions have percolated regarding the use of the term milk. Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced draft recommendations for the industry on the naming of these products as well as recommendations on voluntary nutrient statements for their labeling.

Growing urbanization, changing lifestyles are some pivotal factors influencing the demand for instant coffee, especially among youngsters, around the world, expert note. 

Technology advancements have a growing influence on beverage facilities. As these technologies progress, beverage producers have questions to ask where technology fits in their operations.

When the beverage supply chain in all segments is dissected into the specific operations, one stands out because the activity is traditionally part of an overall operation — warehousing.

Based on an annual survey with Pollock Communications and Today’s Dietitian, it seems as though convenience as well as affordability are driving food and beverage shopping patterns for many of today’s consumers.

Competition and shifting consumer behaviors can challenge any brand. In a recent Insights from NielsenIQ, the market research firm identifies trends that could help hard cider brands thrive in this evolving market.

Warehouse automation can eliminate labor, control pre-distribution functions, reduce capital expense and improve distribution productivity.

In this Q&A with Beverage Industry, the GoTab CEO and founder details what prompted his influence for the company and how today’s foodservice and on-premise trends have evolved in wake of the pandemic and other consumer trends.