As businesses reopen, digital engagement with consumers will be more important than ever before for keeping restaurants top-of-mind and personalized, experts note.

India’s tea industry has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 crisis, with upwards of 1 million tea estate farmers and owners facing hardships because of the failing crop, low cash flow and zero revenue, Vahdam Tea reports.

As consumers are increasingly aware of the benefits of fiber-rich diets, along with being concerned about the prevalence of nutritional deficiencies, the demand for functional beverages has grown. Dietary fiber has become a large part of this category because of its potential to support digestion, immunity and more. Additionally, prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics are prompting growing functional food and beverage formulations using these as ingredients.

A surge in ketogenic diets and sugar reduction due to consumers’ increased health-consciousness is impacting demand for hydrocolloids often used to enhance the quality and functionality of beverages.

According to London-based Future Market Insights, floral flavors surpassed global market revenues of $850 million in 2019. Whether its floral, fruity, savory, sweet or tarty, beverage-makers are getting adventurous with flavor selections.

Inspired by the spirit of the wild horses that once freely roamed eastern Washington,14 Hands Wines has shown the same adventurous nature as it helps disrupt the traditional wine market.

Much has changed in the beverage landscape as a result of COVID-19. As craft distilleries grapple with shuttered tasting rooms and falling sales, owners report that reopening and sustaining business in this climate isn’t looking bright.

At a time when it’s needed most, beverage brands are becoming part of a collective effort to spread care and kindness during this global pandemic to healthcare workers, the elderly, and at-risk children and communities.

Companies in the conveyor business are taking measures to boost internal efficiencies while launching advanced conveyor technologies.

With brands competing to establish a foothold and capture consumer loyalty, beverage manufacturers utilize packaging as their first means of standing apart from competitors and reaching consumers. As such, brands are approaching packaging design with more mindful regard to function, visual excellence, environmental impact and brand integrity.