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NY Gov. Seeks USDA Emergency Declaration

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul asked the US Agriculture Department to declare a disaster for counties who experienced first, exceptionally warm temperatures followed by frost conditions in April that damaged fruit operations including apple, stone fruit, grape and strawberry growers. Damages in these regions have totalled more than $30 million,

Whiskey House Off Kentucky Lays of 30% of Workers, 22 With Right of Recall

Whiskey House of Kentucky said it laid off 30% of its workforce June 2, including 22 with right of recall. Whiskey House remains open and is currently operating at 60% of capacity, David Mandell, CEO, said. “We were among the last contract manufacturers to make workforce adjustments, and we fully

Bulk Wine Supply at Record High

The bulk wine supply exceeds 31.5 million gallons, a record high, Turrentine Wine Brokerage reports, despite a small 2025 crop. Demand remains spotty; buyers are selective and prices are low with many lots unsold or trading below $3 a gallon. Excess bulk wine is concentrated in Coastal California, driven

Manufacturing Sector Expanded in May: ISM

Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in May for the fifth consecutive month, the Institute for Supply Management reports. Three of four demand indicators (the New Orders, Backlog of Orders, and New Export Orders indexes) were in expansion. The Customers’ Inventories Index remains in ‘too low’ territory, contracting at

Webinar to Focus on Pairing Wine with Indian Cuisine

The Asian Wine Association of America (AWAA), in partnership with The Wine Market Council (WMC),is pleased to present a timely and insightful webinar exploring the art, science, and market opportunity of pairing wine with Indian cuisine. Entitled “Mastering the Art of Pairing Wine With Indian Cuisine,” the webinar will

Spirits Trends Improved in April: SipSource

Spirits Trends Improved in April: SipSource

Following a stronger-than-expected March, April depletion trends across beverage alcohol moderated largely as anticipated, Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America's SipSource service reports. While 12-month trends softened month-over-month, shorter-term performance indicators provided several encouraging signs, particularly within Spirits. Key takeaways: * Spirits Trends

Edrington Picks Breakthru for Colorado

Breakthru Beverage Group will distribute Edrington's products in Colorado, the two companies announced. "Edrington has built one of the most prestigious portfolios in ultra-premium spirits, and we're proud to bring their iconic brands, including The Macallan Single Malt Scotch Whisky, to Colorado's