Soy Sauce Expansion: Kikkoman opened a new $560M soy sauce and seasoning plant in Jefferson, Wisconsin, a decade-long investment expected to add 80+ jobs, boosting North American supply. Alcohol Rules Update: Delaware is revising rules for direct wine shipment and common carriers; public comments run through Oct. 1, with new licensing, reporting, and age-verification requirements. Workforce Crunch: Canada’s food and beverage manufacturing sector needs 173,000 workers by 2034, with hiring driven by expansion and replacement of retiring staff. Halal Trade Deal: Korea and Indonesia signed an agreement to streamline halal certification as Indonesia’s mandatory halal rules for imported food, beverage, and cosmetics take effect Oct. 18. Food Waste Compliance: New York City expanded organic waste diversion rules, pushing more restaurants to separate food scraps for composting, donation, or other reuse. Product Launch Correction: Philadelphia’s Mike’s Hot Honey whipped cream cheese distribution details were updated, with Walmart availability now confirmed before broader retail rollout. Local Licensing Watch: Guam’s ABC board approved multiple alcohol license applications, including upgrades for a new off-sale retailer and a food-court vendor.