Countries around the world are increasingly embracing regenerative agriculture to improve soil health and combat climate change. A coalition of 26 nations, including India, Colombia, and Germany, have committed to transforming agricultural policies for sustainability and reducing pollution.In the European Union (EU), The Farm to Fork Strategy is setting a global standard for sustainable food […]
Wine Makers Lean into Regenerative Agriculture [part-1]
Wine producers are increasingly turning to regenerative agriculture, a holistic approach that offers numerous environmental and economic benefits. At its core, regenerative farming prioritizes soil health by increasing organic matter, improving soil structure, and enhancing biodiversity.Healthy soil leads to healthier vines and superior grape quality. Moreover, this farming method plays a vital role in climate […]
Trump is Back. He’s Coming for US. Where the Hell Is Jerry Nadler?
A Furious New York Woman’s View from the Eye of the Storm I never thought I’d have to write these words again: Donald Trump is back in the White House. It’s April 2025, and the man who incited an insurrection, racked up indictments like parking tickets, and treated the Constitution like a scratch-off lottery ticket […]
Decanted Dreams: How U.S. Laws Are Crippling the Wine Industry
In the tasting rooms of Napa and the cellars of Walla Walla, there’s a quiet bitterness growing — and it’s not coming from the tannins.American sommeliers, winemakers, and small producers are facing a reality where the biggest threat to their livelihood isn’t climate change, wildfires, or even shifting consumer tastes. It’s the very institution that […]
The Expansive World of Beauty: Insights from IBS and IECSC
I recently attended the International Beauty Show (IBS) and the International Esthetics, Cosmetics, and Spa Conference (IECSC) at the Javits Center in New York. What an experience! Imagine over 32,000 beauty professionals and enthusiasts—mostly women—all gathered to explore the latest industry trends and innovations. With more than 430 brands showcasing their newest products, it was […]
Bite Into Your Dining Future: International Restaurant & Foodservice Show
“This show is where trends are born and partnerships begin. It’s the heartbeat of what’s next in food.” — Show attendee, Executive Chef Carla Mendez, New York City The Javits Center was alive with energy as more than 14,000 professionals from across the restaurant and foodservice industry gathered for the 2025 International Restaurant & Foodservice Show […]
The White House vs. The Wine Industry:Power, Politics, and the Pour—Who Wins, Who Gets Crushed?
In the battle between the White House and the wine industry, the outcomes are unevenly distributed. While small and mid-sized producers struggle, major corporations with diversified portfolios and strong domestic distribution networks may weather the storm as they can absorb costs, leverage lobbying power, and even benefit if tariffs make foreign wines more expensive. The […]
Exporting Injustice: How Your Tax Dollars Fund Overseas Immigrant Detention
By U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement – www.ice.gov, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=42959693 Immigration Policy or Prejudice The Trump administration has initiated efforts to deport migrants to various countries, including Libya, Rwanda, Benin, Eswatini, Moldova, Mongolia, and Kosovo. Negotiations are also underway to designate Latin American nations like Honduras and Costa Rica as alternative asylum destinations. These […]
Trump’s Policy Circle: When Influence Becomes Power
President Donald Trump does not arrive at his decisions solely through his own wit and wisdom. Instead, he is guided, instructed, encouraged, and flattered by a cadre of advisors, strategists, and confidants who have played a pivotal role in shaping his economic stance. This inner circle—composed of business leaders, policy experts, political operatives, and media […]
White House vs. Wine: Farmers, Producers, and Consumers Caught in an Economic Crossfire
President Donald Trump’s trade policies have significantly impacted the wine industry, domestically and internationally. In early 2025, he imposed a 10 percent tariff on all energy imports from Canada, which led Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to retaliate with 25 percent tariffs on approximately $20.7 billion worth of U.S. goods, including American beer, wine, and […]