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Although safety is a top priority when it comes to labeling, trends in beverage labeling materials — mainly sustainability — also are greatly impacting labeling equipment. 

Although big chains are announcing their fall special arrivals earlier than ever, independent restaurants have already beat them to it, adding pumpkin menu items beginning mid-summer.

As consumer trends continue to impact the coffee market, experts note that the overall category is shifting gears to meet consumers’ changing preferences.

Although convenience stores are facing challenges such as a decrease in commuting replaced by work from home, labor shortages and inflation, experts note that in-store sales are playing a key role in the channel’s growth.

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) returned to McCormick Place for the IFT FIRST: Annual Event & Expo where exhibitors were presented with an array of ingredient samples, interactive demos and product tastings.

As functional beverage and clean label trends continue to rise, experts highlight the impact this is having on the use of high-pressure processing (HPP) technology.

As consumers become increasingly aware of their sugar intake, beverage-makers must deliver drinks that are sweet with natural sweeteners.

As consumers rapidly switch to healthier alternatives and embrace prevention as a tool for living a better lifestyle, experts note that interest in botanicals and adaptogens is on the rise. 

PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2023, taking place Sept. 11-13, to feature more exhibitors and experiences for attendees. The theme of PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2023 is “Expect Innovation,” and will feature new and growing show features that address critical industry trends.

As ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails experience continued growth, experts note that the category’s rise could be due to diversification versus that of the hard seltzer category.