Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

Automated Drones Could Scare Birds From Vineyards

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

In the future, cameras could spot blackbirds feeding on grapes in a vineyard and launch drones to drive off the avian irritants, then return to watch for the next invading flock. All without a human nearby. A Washington State University … Continue reading →

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Harpoon Collabs with Reebok

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Boston neighbors Harpoon Brewery and Reebok announce that they are coming together for a new collaboration: Harpoon Rec. League – The Reebok Edition, a co-branded release of the brewery’s low-cal, low-alcohol hoppy and hazy pale ale. The collaboration features the … Continue reading →

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Origins Organic Imports Wins Women’s Business Enterprise Certification

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Origins Organic Imports certification confirms that it is at least 51% owned, controlled, and operated by a woman or women — in this case Origins Organic owner, co-founder and president, Anne Bousquet. The certification was issued by Women’s Business Enterprise … Continue reading →

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Drizly Sees Light Lagers on the Rise

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

For many years, light lagers were the top-selling beer category among U.S. consumers until hard seltzer — with its even lower calories, lower carbs, and easy-drinking flavor — started to gain share against light lagers and became the top-selling beer subcategory … Continue reading →

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Who & What —

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Beam Suntory hires Zsoka McDonald as chief communications officer, a new position, and promotes Brett Hale to chief public affairs officer from vp-global public affairs.  McDonald is returning to the bev/al industry where she last served in communication roles at … Continue reading →

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What We’re Reading —

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Why Vodka Is Less Likely To Give You A Hangover Than Other Spirits  

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