Columbia Distributing Looks To Expand Its Footprint
A new partnership is brewing here in the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Distributing is set to enhance their reach, but what does it mean for local suppliers?
Beverages
Wyden Addresses The Pacific Hemp Beverage Industry
Oregon Senator Ron Wyden wants to increase consumer protections and regulations for hemp-infused beverages, and those in the industry appear to support the effort. The Democrat spoke at the Pacific Hemp Beverage Industry Summit in Bend last week, telling the group federal regulations would ease the concerns of retail chains who have to deal with different rules in different states.
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Consumer Price Index Increases Again
The Consumer Price Index rose 0.4% in February on a seasonally adjusted basis, after increasing 0.5% in January. Over the last 12 months, the all-items index increased 6.0% before seasonal adjustment. The food index increased 0.4% in February, and...
Murray Supports Tax Cuts for Washington Craft Beverage Producers
Senator Patty Murray is calling for tax cuts for Washington Craft Beverage Producers. Murray, along with several colleagues, cosponsored the bipartisan amendment to the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act of 2015. Murray said the c...