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Many people discuss food waste generated by restaurants and food manufacturers but often overlook the waste produced by the beverage industry. With the beverage industry contributing to 26% of overall food waste, it’s no secret that more targeted reduction initiatives and effective waste management strategies are essential to addressing this

February 3, 2026April 23, 2026

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Spent Grains Management: Complete Brewery Byproduct Guide

Spent grains, the leftover grain solids after brewing, represent the highest volume byproduct stream most breweries manage. And while brewers spent grain (BSG) is a highly valuable product for alternative purposes, its 70 to 85% moisture content makes it highly perishable. Without proper

January 26, 2026April 17, 2026

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Alcohol Disposal Guide: Safe, Compliant Options

The process of disposing of alcohol and its products is one that should never be taken lightly. There are many different types of alcohol, each requiring specific processes for proper disposal. As an alcohol distributor, retailer, or manufacturer, you need to know how to manage alcohol disposal at scale while

July 8, 2025April 3, 2026

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Food and Beverage Safety: What Beverage Businesses Need to Know

Food safety issues are not rare, and they are not small. CDC estimates that 48 million people get sick from foodborne illness each year in the United States. The agency also says it typically coordinates 17 to 36 multistate foodborne illness investigations each week. For beverage

November 24, 2023July 28, 2026

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The Environmental Impact of Bottled Water: Plastic, Carbon, and Waste

Bottled water affects the environment through plastic production, fossil-fuel use, transportation emissions, refrigeration, low recycling rates, landfill pressure, and pollution. In 2024, Americans consumed 16.2 billion gallons of bottled water, while only 30.2% of PET bottles were collected for recycling that year. That gap helps show why bottled water remains such

November 21, 2023July 22, 2026

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Does Bottled Water Go Bad: A Practical Guide

Does bottled water go bad? It's a question that comes up for households stocking emergency supplies, retailers managing shelf rotation, and beverage brands dealing with surplus inventory. The short answer: water itself does not expire, but the bottle it lives in can degrade

November 10, 2023April 16, 2026

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Types of Beer Kegs – Which Are Best for Sustainability?

Sustainability is taking center stage in the beer brewing industry, with many recognizing its critical role in preserving our environment. Choosing the right beer keg is a significant decision that directly influences a brewery's ecological footprint. Traditional methods of beer packaging and distribution

November 7, 2023April 16, 2026

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Ultimate Beer Storage Guide: Tips & Best Practices | Shapiro

Beer quality rarely disappears overnight. It declines through heat, light, oxygen, poor handling, and inconsistent conditions. That is why beer storage matters. For breweries, distributors, and operators managing packaged beer, draft inventory, or long-held specialty releases, storage is not just about

October 3, 2023July 22, 2026

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Wine Disposal: Safe, Legal and Efficient Options

Wine is often celebrated as a symbol of sophistication and indulgence. However, it occasionally finds itself at the center of a very different story – the need for disposal. From cases of excess, faulty production, or simply the passage of time, wine disposal is an aspect many

August 1, 2023June 15, 2026

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Is Beer Good for Plants? Beer as Fertilizer — What Actually Works

Yes, beer can benefit plants, but only when used correctly and in the right quantities. Beer contains nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium, which are nutrients that support overall plant health. Stale or old beer is particularly useful since the alcohol has partially dissipated, reducing the risk of

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