Wellness in a Bottle? Pineapple Turmeric Apple Cider Vinegar Blend

I trust that some of you travelers have had a taste of this: The Orange Juice Americano… not sure if it is going to pick up as a trend, but honestly, it does have a nice taste to it. One thing is for sure: no need to additionally sweeten this beverage!

Juice News 🧃

Recycled aluminium will shield beverage can firms from impact of tariffs

The US beverage can industry's growing use of recycled aluminum is expected to protect it from the effects of potential tariffs, according to GlobalData. This shift towards recycled materials can help shield beverage can firms from tariff impacts, providing a strategic advantage in the face of trade uncertainties.

Bragg® Launches Bold New Pineapple Turmeric Apple Cider Vinegar Blend

Bragg Live Food Products, Inc. has introduced a new Pineapple Turmeric Apple Cider Vinegar blend, expanding their wellness product line. This bold combination offers health benefits and a unique flavor profile. Bragg, known for popularizing Apple Cider Vinegar, continues to innovate and provide consumers with natural, beneficial products.

Beverage giant Tan Hiep Phat-tied firm plans $153 mln to expand southern Vietnam plant

A firm associated with Tan Hiep Phat, a major Vietnamese beverage company, intends to invest VND4 trillion (approximately $153.3 million) to expand its beverage plant in Hau Giang, a southern province in Vietnam.

Why the $10 million beverage brand Bobby hit pause on production

Melbourne-based soft drink brand Bobby, valued at $10 million, made the strategic decision to halt production temporarily amidst its rapid growth. This move reflects the company's focus on maintaining quality and ensuring sustainable growth in the competitive beverage market.

Moldova's biggest fruit processor to produce juice for international giant

Orhei-Vit, Moldova's leading fruit and vegetable processing company, marks 80 years of operation and is set to produce juice for a major international company. The Prime Minister visited the company to commemorate this milestone. Orhei-Vit's expansion into international markets highlights its growth and success in the industry over the years.

Citrus News 🍊

Fundecitrus Honored at International Juice Conference

Fundecitrus was recognized at the International Fruit and Vegetable Juice Association conference for its significant contributions to the citrus industry. The organization's efforts in research, innovation, and sustainability were acknowledged, highlighting its valuable impact on the sector. This recognition underscores Fundecitrus's dedication to advancing the citrus industry through its initiatives and achievements.

APHIS expands citrus canker quarantines in Texas following new detections

APHIS has expanded citrus canker quarantines in Texas due to new detections in Cameron and Hidalgo counties. Plant tissue samples from residential properties tested positive for the disease, prompting the quarantine extension.

📺 Africa: Tariffs Put Squeeze

Bloomberg's team is on the ground to see how South Africa's biggest agricultural export is preparing for the imposition of 30% tariffs on its US-bound products.

Research Worth Reading 🔬

Impact of Low-Frequency Alternating Electromagnetic Fields

Low-frequency alternating electromagnetic fields (LF-AEMF) show promise in prolonging the shelf life of fruits and vegetables by influencing physiological processes. A study assessed LF-AEMF intensities (1300, 1800, and 2500 V) on preserving satsuma mandarins postharvest. This research highlights the potential of LF-AEMF as an innovative technology for enhancing the storage quality of perishable produce like satsuma mandarins.

Genome-Wide Identification of the GRAS Transcription Factor Family in Sweet Orange and the Regulation of Salt Stress-Enhanced Plant Salt Tolerance in Sweet Orange by CsGRAS15 and CsGRAS27

The article highlights the importance of GRAS transcription factors in plant development and stress responses, particularly in citrus like sweet orange. With soil salinization posing a threat to sweet orange yield, understanding salt-responsive GRAS genes could aid in breeding salt-tolerant cultivars. This research sheds light on potential key tolerance determinants for enhancing citrus resilience to salt stress.

Uncovering the potential of biofabricated Ananas comosus peel selenium nanoparticles for antibacterial, antibiofilm, suppression of virulence genes (can and LuxS), anticancer, and antioxidant properties

Ananas comosus (pineapple) peel waste extract was utilized to produce selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) in an environmentally friendly manner for potential medical applications. The pineapple peel extract was found to contain essential phytochemicals, highlighting its potential for diverse uses in antibacterial, antibiofilm, virulence gene suppression, anticancer, and antioxidant properties.