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Suntory Oceania announces new partnerships to empower young adults living with disability

Suntory Oceania has announced two new long-term community partnerships with The Dylan Alcott Foundation in Australia and Recreate NZ in New Zealand, expanding opportunities for young adults living with disability across the regions. Suntory Oceania will …

Elite Treats LLC Recalls Single Lot of Chicken Chips Due to Salmonella Contamination

COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement View Product Photos …

Elite Treats LLC Recalls Single Lot of Chicken Chips Due to Salmonella Contamination

COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement View Product Photos …

After solid year, First Watch approaches 2026 with caution

First Watch opened a record 64 restaurants last year. | Photo courtesy of First Watch 2025 was a good year for First Watch. The breakfast-and-lunch chain reported same-store sales growth of 3.6% and traffic growth of 0.5% at a time when industry traffic …

RTDs fuel post-pandemic alcohol growth

New data from Roy Morgan’s Alcohol Consumption Report shows the proportion of Australian adults who drink alcohol was at 64.9 per cent in the 12 months to September 2025, down 2.9 percentage points from the 12 months to September 2022 (67.8 per cent) at …

Costco’s $4.99 Rotisserie Chicken Is Facing 2 Class-Action Lawsuits

Costco's $4.99 rotisserie chicken has held the same price since 2009, and the chain has even opened its own chicken processing plant to help keep costs steady. Two lawsuits filed this year target Costco’s rotisserie chicken, underscoring possible …

CIFA, Coca-Cola enter exclusive beverage partnership

The Cayman Islands Football Association (CIFA) has entered into an agreement with Coca-Cola to become CIFA’s exclusive beverage partner across all official events and competitions. The contract was signed Friday, Feb. 6, at the CIFA Center For Excellence …

Health Minister Urges Beverage Manufacturers to Reduce Sugar Content

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, is urging beverage manufacturers to adopt measures that support the reduction of sugar content as part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to promote healthier consumption patterns and …

How innovation is reshaping food and beverage manufacturing in Australia

Jessica Olivier from RSM Australia explores how Australia’s food and beverage manufacturers are reshaping operations through sustainability, smart technology, and advanced R&D. Australia’s food and beverage sector is changing fast. The Australian food …

Why Would A Mother Monkey Abandon A Baby Like Punch? We Asked Primate Experts.

You may have seen the heartbreaking photos and videos of Punch, a baby macaque at Ichikawa City Zoo, who was abandoned by his mother at birth and has since captured hearts across Japan and around the internet. Punch — known as Panchi-kun in Japanese — was …

The Ellie Beach Resort in Myrtle Beach Names Kaitlyn Lofgren Director of Food and Beverage

The Ellie Beach Resort, a new Tapestry Collection by Hilton property on Myrtle Beach’s historic Springmaid Beach, announces the appointment of Kaitlyn Lofgren as director of food and beverage. In her role, Lofgren oversees the resort’s full dining and bar …

High utility tariffs are hurting businesses – Chairman of Food and Beverage Association of Ghana

The Simple Italian Sandwich That Made Its Way Onto Trump's Air Force One

The food aboard Air Force One should be some of the finest in the sky, but that's not really the case. While unquestionably more extravagant than a regular weekday meal, grub aboard the presidential plane must also meet several criteria. Security …

MAJ Welcomes SCT on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages

The Medical Association of Jamaica (MAJ) has welcomed the move to impose a Special Consumption Tax (SCT) on non-alcoholic beverages containing added sugar or other caloric sweeteners, as a victory for preventive medicine and the long-term health of the …

Savills highlights record year for Glasgow food & beverage sector

According to Savills, 2025 was another record year for the food & beverage sector (F&B) in Glasgow, with 38 new openings in the city centre totalling 87,000 sq ft of restaurant accommodation. The firm notes that this is the highest volume since …

KBP Brands buys 78 more Sonic restaurants

KBP is now the fourth-largest franchisee in the Sonic Drive-Ins system. | Photo: Shutterstock. KBP Brands, a large franchisee of more than 1,100 locations, is going big into Sonic. The Leawood, Kansas-based operator said this week that it has acquired 78 …

TN lawmakers pushing to ban any artificial dye in food or beverages at schools

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Two Tennessee lawmakers are pushing to ban all artificial food dyes in the state’s schools. The bill, SB 2423, introduced by Sen. Rusty Crowe (R-Johnson City) and Rep. Michele Reneau (R-Signal Mountain), aims to expand on the …

Danny Lledó shares the nuances of paella

Danny Lledó is the chef and owner of Xiquet and Taller de Xiquet. The former is a Michelin-starred, tasting-menu restaurant in Washington, D.C., and the latter offers similar food in an à la carte setting downstairs.  Born in the United States, Lledó   …

What Comes Next for Hemp Beverages in Ohio?

Feb. 23, 2026, 9:55 a.m. ET The last six months have been rocky for producers of intoxicating hemp beverages in Ohio. In October, the industry learned that Gov. Mike DeWine was planning to ban these drinks in the state, causing retailers to begin selling …

Food Grade Lubricant Market Forecast 2026–2036: Global Market to Reach USD 516.7 Million by 2036 at 2.6% CAGR

Food grade lubricants shift from maintenance consumables to compliance-critical inputs, driven by audits, protein growth, & plant-wide H1 standardization NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global food …

John Daly Releases Mama Lou’s Original Seasoning in Honor of His Mother

Golf champion shares his late mother’s original seasoning recipe, now available nationwide at DalyFlavor.com. ARKANSAS CITY, KS, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Golf champion John Daly today announced the national release …

Selling a Business Checklist 2026: Complete Exit Planning Guide Released for Business Owners

Learn how to sell a business fast and profitably through IRAEmpire's "Selling a Business Checklist" for 2026. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IRAEmpire is pleased to announce the release of its …

NRI Opens Applications for Seventh Year of Virtual Internship Program

Applications are open for NRI’s 2026 Virtual Internship Program, a competitive four-week online program introducing students to nutrition research careers. KANNAPOLIS , NC, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The UNC Nutrition …

FLORIDA CRAFT SPIRITS ASSOCIATION REBOOTS FL DISTILLERY TRAIL APP W/ BRAND NEW PASSPORT FEATURES FROM LOCAL EXPLORERS

Local Explorers relaunches the Florida Distillery Trail app with new destination marketing rewards system to boost repeat visits and support business statewide. BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Local …

SparQ by Kagool Is Certified by SAP® for clean core with SAP S/4HANA Cloud

Designed for CIOs, data leaders, and business teams seeking to modernise reporting and AI Readiness without introducing risk into SAP clean core. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global — 24-Feb-26 Kagool …

Cabo Remains Safe and Unaffected by Recent Events in Mexico

CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following recent news reports regarding activity near Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, (Mexico) we want to clearly confirm that Cabo is completely safe and not affected. Cabo is located in …

Sofía Vergara’s ¡Dios Mío! Coffee Makes Waves at SOBEWFF® 2026 with Women-Grown Colombian Coffee

A celebration of Colombian heritage where women-grown coffee, and Sofía Vergara converge in perfect harmony MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ¡Dios Mío! Coffee, the newly launched premium coffee brand created by …

W.NDeen Advisory Named Top CPG Demand Planning and Supply Chain Optimization Firm of 2025 by Retail Business Review

LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- W.NDeen Advisory, a leading business advisory and fractional operations firm serving consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands, has been named a Top CPG Demand Planning & Supply Chain …

Hidden Foods Co. Selected for KeHE ELEVATE® Program and Announces National Distribution Launch Beginning March

Founder-led food brand focused on making everyday meals more nutritious announces expansion through KeHE’s curated emerging-brand platform. ENCINITAS, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hidden Foods Co., a fast-growing …

Vertikal6 Earns Microsoft Security Solutions Partner Designation, Advancing Secure AI with elevate™ CLARITY

Demonstrating Vertikal6’s evolution as a strategic partner for secure, governed AI. PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vertikal6 announced today that it has earned its third Microsoft Solutions Partner …

GoodPop Introduces a Joyful New Brand Refresh to Pop Through the Freezer Door

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fifteen years after redefining what “good” means in the freezer aisle, GoodPop—the Austin-based brand known for cleaning up classic frozen treats with better ingredients and mission- …

One Pass, Unlimited Thrills: Scene75 Launches Spring FUNpass

The Ultimate Spring Break Experience with Nonstop Attractions and Arcade Action DAYTON, OH, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scene75 locations across Dayton, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus and Chicagoland are launching the …

A Southern Destination on the Rise: 2026 Top Experiences in Spartanburg, S.C.

From downtown dining and new attractions, to small-town day trips and outdoor adventures, Spartanburg offers experiences for all travelers SPARTANBURG, SC, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With 2026 travel planning underway …

Compound Feed Market Size Forecast to USD 767.3 Billion by 2036 with Growing Demand for Livestock Nutrition – TMR

Compound Feed Market Valued at USD 528.4 Billion in 2025, Set to Reach USD 767.3 Billion by 2036 Driven by Expanding Poultry and Aquaculture Sectors – TMR WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Compound Feed Market …

NomadX Wins Global 100 – 2026 Award for Biotech R&D Excellence

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NomadX, a leader in next generation pathogen detection, has been recognized in the Global 100 – 2026 Awards for its outstanding contributions to Biotech R&D. The company’s …

Marketing post acquisto: nasce LoyaltyHub, il primo centro italiano specializzato nel Loyalty Marketing

CESENATICO, FC, ITALY, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Le piccole e medie imprese italiane spendono in media 5-7 volte di più per acquisire un nuovo cliente che per mantenerne uno già esistente. Eppure quasi nessuno lavora sul "dopo…

Jason Pribyl Advances to GB3 Championship, Strengthening America’s Presence on the Formula 1 Development Ladder

Jason Pribyl has joined the 2026 GB3 Championship in the Nitrous Competitions ADM Racing garage for the 2026 season. GLENIVEW, IL, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GLENVIEW, Ill., 02/24/2026, Chicago suburb …

Hakutsuru Sake of America, Inc. and LA Galaxy Enter Second Year of Partnership with New In-Stadium Cocktail

Fan-favorite sake brand returns for second season, debuting “Sayuri Sake Horchata” at Dignity Health Sports Park LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hakutsuru Sake of America, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of …

Nulogy Introduces the Manufacturing Operating System

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nulogy, a leading provider of manufacturing operations software, today announced the launch of the Manufacturing Operating System (MOS): a purpose-built platform that brings …