North America
The latest “it” beverage ingredient: mushrooms
One subcategory in the functional beverage arena, mushroom coffee, appears particularly poised for growth according to new research from global market intelligence firm, Fact.MR.
Aripack expands equipment division
Aripack expands its equipment division with PBL coffee & beverage filling equipment.
NatureWorks and IMA announce strategic partnership
The partnership will accelerate the availability of a turn-key solution for K-Cup compatible compostable coffee pods in North America.
illycaffè appoints Jack Edwards president of illy North America
illycaffè taps Diageo executive Jack Edwards to be president of its North American operations.
Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee offers first look at new production facility
Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Inc has offered a first look at its new state-of-the-art production facility in Delta, British Columbia.
Phenolaeis launches new instant coffee with palm fruit extract
Palm fruit extract adds cognitive, cardiovascular and sports nutrition support to coffee while enhancing and smoothing the flavour, according to Phenolaeis.
illy launches single origin Arabica Selection Costa Rica; partners with Ammirati Coffee
illycaffè has introduced the sixth single origin coffee in the illy Arabica Selection product line-up, in addition to announcing a new partnership with specialty coffee importer and distributor Ammirati Coffee Inc in North America.
Canada supports innovative solutions to single-use coffee pods
The Government of Canada has committed to banning single-use plastics and is encouraging innovators to develop alternatives, starting with granting a $1 million investment to NEXE Innovations.
NEXE achieves key composting milestone for upcoming Nespresso-compatible coffee pods
The results from the Canada-based company’s tests meet key requirements for certification as compostable in both North American and European markets.
Blending, roasting & processing, Equipment & packaging, Sustainability
Covid-19’s effect on tea origins and production
Last week, the Tea and Herbal Association of Canada (THAC) held a two-day virtual North American Tea Conference under the theme, “The Present Reimagined.” The event offered a strong mix of presentations covering the impact of Covid-19 on Canadian consumption trends, consumer behaviour and purchasing patterns, as well as the pandemic’s effect on the global tea industry.
RGC Coffee receives SCA award for sustainability project in Colombia
RGC Coffee has received the 2020 Specialty Coffee Association Sustainability Award in the Project category for its project “Las Manos del Café”.
Silk announces coffee date giveaway to support local roasters
Danone North America’s plant-based beverage brand Silk is helping support coffee roasters in the Denver and Boulder communities with a local giveaway.
Probat Inc moves to expanded new facility
With over 110,000 square feet, Probat’s new facility is more than double the size of the company’s previous location, and will allow for the continued growth of Probat in North America.
Worldwide port authorities sign declaration to ensure ports remain open amidst Covid-19
Recognising the maritime sector’s critical role in keeping trade flows open, 20 members of the Port Authorities Roundtable (PAR) from Asia, Europe, Middle East and North America have come together to declare their commitment to ensuring their ports remain open amidst the current pandemic.