A battle may be over, but has the war just begun? Baked into the deal to reopen the U.S. government is a provision that bans intoxicating hemp products. What does it mean for the future of THC-infused beverages? The hosts weigh in. We also sit down with Trip co-founder Olivia Ferdi, whose relaxation drink brand recently announced a $40 million funding round at a valuation of $300 million.
This week's reviews features a pretty clear distinction between indulgence and function, but that doesn't mean they both can't be fun.
The plaintiff in a proposed federal class action lawsuit has voluntarily withdrawn their case against kratom beverage brand Mitra-9.
Redwood Beverage Group is a newly formed investment platform that aims “to become one of the nation’s leading beverage co-packing companies," according to a statement.
After a whirlwind few days this week, the multi-billion-dollar hemp-derived THC industry is waking up this morning to the stark reality that, barring the creation of a legal federal framework, they will be virtually extinct within a year.
One year after merging, Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice and Perricone Farms are leveraging production capabilities to position for the future.
The Canadian beverage company launched its 5-SKU line of 12 oz. cans at Whole Foods Market stores nationwide this week as a 90-day exclusive, marking its formal entry into U.S. retail stores.
Leading U.S. kefir brand Lifeway Foods posted its 24th consecutive quarter of growth, with net sales up 24% year-over-year to $57.1 million, in its third-quarter earnings report.
BevNET CPG Media is excited to announce the launch of Nombase Education, a new Insider-exclusive learning platform designed to provide founders and operators across the food, beverage, and beer industries with on-demand, expert-led education.
New Mix, Mexico’s top ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail, has been testing retail shelves across select markets this year, with a wider rollout announced today.
When “Shark Tank” called, Nikki Seaman was ready. The Freestyle Snacks founder secured $300K for 11% equity, turning a pandemic craving into a thriving brand of snackable olives and pickles. In this episode, Nikki shares how Freestyle’s bootstrapped, profit-focused strategy, viral TikTok buzz, and disciplined retail-first approach fueled growth – and a Shark’s appetite.
Laird Superfood reported a 10% jump in year-over-year net sales in Q3, as the company prepares to support that growth with innovation within a streamlined product portfolio in 2026 that includes its first-ever dairy-based release.
Hemp industry leaders and advocates are reeling this morning after a last ditch effort to remove language prohibiting virtually all THC beverages failed in Congress.
Lucky Energy has landed $25 million in a Series B round led by Paine Schwartz Partners, bringing its total investment to $63 million.
