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IDF Launches Hydrolyzed Broth Protein Isolate for Muscle Building and Joint Support

Supplement, sports nutrition, and functional food manufacturers can add muscle building protein and joint supporting type II collagen to formulations through a single new ingredient from International Dehydrated Foods, Inc. (IDF). IDF, a global leader in poultry ingredients, is debuting Hydrolyzed CHiKPRO® Broth Protein Isolate Powder at the November 2018 SupplySide West trade show in Las Vegas.

Milkadamia Stands Out on Shelf with SIG Combidome Packaging

The popularity of plant-based dairy alternatives is undeniable. Consumers are increasingly seeking out healthy options that are not only good for you, but also better for the planet. Macadamia milk brand, Milkadamia, is thriving within the trend as it extends its portfolio to include a line of creamers made with raw macadamia nuts and coconut cream.

BODYARMOR Becomes Official Sports Drink of NCAA

BODYARMOR, the fastest-growing sports drink in the category, today announced that the brand will become the Official Sports Drink of NCAA championships, including March Madness, beginning in 2019.

Drinks For Thought: Nootropic Beverages Offer Brain Benefits

Nootropics, sometimes called “smart drugs,” are a niche but rising segment of the supplements industry that is extending its reach into beverage via shots and energy drink alternatives that promise consumers better focus, better memory, and improved overall mental function.

Elevator Talk: O2 Natural Recovery Aims to Scale Beyond Crossfit

Dave Colina, founder and CEO of O2 Natural Recovery, has found a viable market within the crossfit community and is looking to scale beyond. O2 Natural Recovery is a non-carbonated natural sports recovery drink with increased oxygen and electrolytes.

Hope & Sesame Launches World’s First Plant-Based Line of Organic Sesamemilks

Hope & Sesame, the world’s only manufacturer of creamy, plant-based organic sesamemilks, today debuted its new line of protein-backed, nondairy products. The new innovations include five delicious organic sesamemilk flavors, including chocolate, vanilla, original, unsweetened original and chocolate hazelnut.

Cheerwine Celebrates the Return of Holiday Punch Seasonal

Cheerwine Holiday Punch is on shelves in the Carolinas now through Dec. 31, and the brand partnered with nine North Carolina mixologists to create “uniquely southern” mocktails and cocktails featuring its holiday beverage.

Remedy Organics Accepted Into PepsiCo Nutrition Greenhouse

Remedy Organics, a producer of delicious, plant-based functional beverages is pleased to announce that they have been selected for the PepsiCo Nutrition Greenhouse from a pool of hundreds of companies leading the transformation of the food and beverage industry with more nutritious, natural and sustainable products.

Nielsen: Sparkling Water, Energy Make Gains

An increase in dollar sales for sparkling flavored waters and energy drinks helped offset slow growth in carbonated soft drinks (CSDs) and a decrease in tea over a four-week period ending on Nov. 3, according an analysis of Nielsen data by Wells Fargo Securities. Total snack and non-alcoholic beverage sales were up 2.9 percent.

Gregory Packaging Wins Contractual Dispute with Group Purchasing Organization in Federal Court

Gregory Packaging, Inc., the manufacturer of juice under the Suncup brand, has won a $9.3 million judgment against Foodbuy, LLC, the largest foodservice Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) in the nation. The case was tried in US District Court for the Western District of North Carolina, and Womble Bond Dickinson attorneys Kurt Lindquist, Russ Ferguson, and Emily Doll represented Gregory Packaging throughout the case and at trial.

Suerte Tequila Releases Eight-Year Aged Extra Añejo “Lucky Lips”

Suerte, the small-batch, single-distillery tequila maker, announced today it will introduce an eight-year Extra Añejo named “Lucky Lips.” Each year, Suerte releases a limited edition Extra Añejo that is aged for an additional year and carries a symbol from the Suerte rabbit as its image and name.