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Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), Burlington, Mass., and Plano, Texas, announced that its Snapple and CORE brands are transitioning to bottles made of 100 percent recycled (rPET) plastic. This move will eliminate approximately 46.3 million pounds of virgin plastic used by KDP annually, based on 2019 volumes, the company says.

Dallas-based Mooala announced the introduction of a line of shelf-stable plant-based milks and creamers. Best known for its plant-based Bananamilk, Mooala is expanding its portfolio to include new, non-perishable versions plant-based milks and creamers.

In a retail promotion beginning in early November and running through December, Tecate is combining the Mexican Import with a tradition that reflects the Mexican American cultural heritage. 

The National Urban League and PepsiCo, Purchase, N.Y., joined forces to create the Black Restaurant Accelerator, which will boost approximately 500 Black-owned businesses over the next five years. 

Fetzer Vineyards, Mendocino County, Calif., announced it has signed a climate emergency declaration letter that recognizes the need to take definitive climate action now "to avoid irreversible changes to the planet and its inhabitants arising from the climate crisis." 

HEINEKEN USA, White Plains, N.Y., and Hornell Brewing Co., an affiliated entity of AriZona Beverages, Woodbury, N.Y., announced they are bringing AriZona SunRise Hard Seltzer to the U.S. market. 

Bacardi Ltd., Hamilton, Bermuda, is taking a stand in the fight against climate change and plastic pollution, as it unveils plans to put the world’s most sustainable spirits bottle on the shelf by 2023.

Whole Foods Market, Austin, Texas, unveiled its Top 10 anticipated food trends for 2021 in the retailer’s sixth annual trends predictions. Hard kombucha, upcycled foods, leveled-up breakfasts and jerky made from produce are among the food influences expected to take off in the next year.