Brazil Specialty Coffee Association And The Specialty Coffee Association Announce Strategic Patnership
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SCA Acquires Q Grader Program: Redefining Global Coffee Quality Standards
In a landmark move for the specialty coffee industry, the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) has formally acquired the Q Grader Program from the Coffee Quality Institute (CQI), marking a significant shift in the global evaluation and education standards for coffee professionals. As reported across multiple sources, this transition—effective from 1 October 2025—will position SCA as […]
Trump’s 90-Day Tariff Pause: What It Means for Canadian Beverage Businesses
President Donald Trump’s abrupt 90-day pause on many of his newly announced tariffs has sent shockwaves through the global economy. Initially, the White House planned to impose wide-ranging levies on nearly all imported goods, aiming to reduce the US trade deficit and bolster domestic manufacturing. While this sudden reprieve offers relief to several trading partners, […]
Organigram’s C$6.2M Acquisition of Collective Project Signals Major Play in THC Beverages
Organigram, Canada’s top cannabis company by market share, has made a strategic move into the U.S. and Canadian cannabis drinks market by acquiring Collective Project Limited (CPL), a fast-growing hemp-derived beverage brand, for an upfront C$6.2 million. Additional milestone and earnout payments could push the deal’s value to C$24 million by 2026. Reported by Stock Titan, Just […]
Tariffs Spark Turmoil: What Trump’s Trade Move Means for Canada’s Beverage Industry
In a sweeping move dubbed “Liberation Day”, former US President Donald Trump has announced a new wave of global tariffs, triggering alarm across key international sectors — including the beverage industry. While Canada has avoided the most extreme new levies, the implications are far from benign. According to BBC News, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has […]
Tariffs, Retaliations, and the Turbulent Beverage Market: A Closer Look
Rising trade tensions across North America and Europe are increasingly affecting the beverage sector. Recent policy developments suggest that tariffs—along with retaliatory measures—are dramatically reshaping costs for manufacturers, distributors, and consumers. While tariffs might seem like a temporary means to adjust trade imbalances, the ripple effects on supply chains, retail strategies, and consumer sentiment hint […]
