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The plaintiff in a proposed federal class action lawsuit has voluntarily withdrawn their case against kratom beverage brand Mitra-9.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.
On the precipice of its first national chain retail placement, Waste arrives as the world’s first canned cocktail made from upcycled ingredients.
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.
