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People Cold Brew Announces Launch

People Cold Brew announced their all-natural, ready-to-drink Cold Brew product that is taking a new spin on the recent growth of craft coffee.

Brands Give Back Roundup: Harmless Harvest Donates to Distribution Partners; PepsiCo Partners With Athletes on New Initiative

As the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to be felt across the country, the food and beverage industry is stepping up to give back to those directly impacted by the crisis. In this roundup, we look at the efforts brands are taking to support children reliant on school-provided meals, healthcare workers on the front lines and their own distribution partners.

How Brands and Distributors Can Help Protect Grocery Workers

As grocery workers help feed Americans sheltering in place, at least 30 have died from COVID-19, with nearly 3,000 reporting missing work due to symptoms, according to the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW).

UNFI EVP: Supply Chain, Communication Critical For Brands During COVID

Yesterday, John Raiche, EVP of supplier services at UNFI, discussed in detail how the industry is adapting to the changes brought on by the novel coronavirus in a webinar hosted by the Hirshberg Enterprise Institute. Raiche offered advice for how brands can adapt to the new environment while providing an update on how UNFI is responding to the demands of the crisis.

WeStock Secures New Investment

With the support of new funding, WeStock is looking to increase their presence in the food and beverage industry as they work to become the best option for brands to capture consumer demand and grow their retail sales.

Reed’s Inc. Launches Real Ginger Ale

Reed’s Inc., America’s #1 name in ginger, has launched Real Ginger Ale, an all-natural Ginger Ale packed with real, fresh ginger. Reed’s Real Ginger Ale is available in two crisp, clean, classic varieties: Original and Zero Sugar Original.

Moonlight Beverage Company Launches Wingman Smart Energy

Carl and Kristin Schroeder, founders of Moonlight Beverage Co., have announced the launch of Wingman Smart Energy– a daily performance beverage that harnesses the power of amino acids to increase exercise capacity.