McDonald’s global McCafe division relies heavily on inexpensive, quality coffee, requiring a strong relationship with coffee farmers and a transparent supply chain. The company has committed to sustainably sourcing 100% of its coffee by 2020.
Butterfly pea flower tea, spicy flavors and the rise of CBD... what will 2019 look like for the beverage category? Imbibe sets out its predictions for the top trends in the beverage category next year.
With more consumer trends leaning toward health and wellness, convenience channels have had to evolve beyond unhealthy, processed CPGs. Packaging innovations are allowing for a longer shelf life, making it possible to sell better-for-you foods out of...
Total Corbion (a joint venture between Total and Corbion) has announced the start-up of its 75,000 tons per year PLA (Poly Lactic Acid) bioplastics plant in Rayong, Thailand.
Unilever will acquire GlaxoSmithKline’s Health Food Drinks portfolio in Asia for €3.3bn ($3.8bn): a move that will boost its presence in the Indian market.
The coffee world is experiencing massive growth, with consumers finding new ways to enjoy their brew. Plant-based creamers, premium RTD options and shelf stability are all trends to watch in the coffee space.
Botanical-based supplement firm Pukka Herbs aim to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030 after agreeing to a series of climate-based targets designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Nestlé Nespresso is investing CHF 43m ($43m USD) in two new production lines in its Romont, Switzerland, factory to keep up with demand for its Vertuo coffee system. The coffee giant has also inaugurated an innovation facility – which includes a Product...
Former president of Starbucks International Howard Behar revealed his secrets to success, best advice and greatest career challenges at the NAMA Coffee Tea & Water show in New Orleans.
Plant-based milks and floral flavors look set to grow their place in the RTD coffee category; while RTD tea is taking a leaf out of the coffee book with cold brew and nitro launches. We take a look at how the market is shaping up for the future.
STōK has been named a winner in Nielsen’s Top 25 Breakthrough Innovations – an achievement based on Nielsen’s assessment of top consumer products that showcase endurance, profitable sales and product distinction.
California-based Buddha Teas is venturing into Latin America for the first time, expanding into Mexico with single-herb teas, cannabidiol blends and its ready-to-drink (RTD) matcha beverage.
Sales of Fairtrade certified goods are on the rise, with coffee, cocoa, bananas and avocados particularly strong, but more brands need to invest to create true impact in the market, says the COO of Fairtrade America.
With consumers increasingly concerned about how their food is produced, interest in biodynamic farming is growing. While growing in popularity for wine production in Europe, Holistic Roasters also sees the potential for biodynamic farming in the coffee...
