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October 3, 2017

PRNewswire


http://www.marketwatch.com/story/the-organic-beverages-market-is-expected-to-become-more-popular-2017-10-03?siteid=bigcharts&dist=bigcharts



According to a report published by Allied Market Research, the Organic Food and Beverages Market is projected expected to reach $327,600 million by 2022, and growing at a CAGR of 16.4% from 2016 to 2022. The organic beverages segment of the market occupies a dominant share, accounting for about three-fifths of the market in 2015 according to the report. The organic beverages segment is expected to maintain this trend during the forecast period. The global market is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period in part thanks to increasing income levels, rise in awareness regarding advantages of organic products, and advancements in organic farming techniques. Super Nova Petroleum Corp. SNOVF, -6.68% SunOpta Inc. STKL, +1.08% The Hain Celestial Group Inc. HAIN, -1.11% New Age Beverages Corporation NBEV, +1.65% Farmer Brothers Co. FARM, -1.66%

"Organically grown fruits and vegetables have high nutritive value, and are free from pesticides and other chemicals. Furthermore, organic nondairy beverages are in high demand among consumers due to increase in health awareness among consumers. Therefore, this segment accounted for significant share of the global market in 2015, followed by the fruits and vegetables segment," Allied Market Research points out.

Super Nova Petroleum Corp. SNOVF, -6.68% also listed on the Canadian Stock Exchange under the Ticker 'SNP'. On September 29 [th] that it, "has signed a letter of intent dated Sept. 27, 2017, with Koios LLC, pursuant to which the company proposes to purchase all of the issued and outstanding securities of the target from the owners of the target. Upon completion of the Transaction, the Target will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company and the Company will carry on the business of the Target.

About Koios - Koios in an emerging functional beverage company whose products are currently available in over 2,000 retail locations across the country. The company has relationships with some of the largest and most reputable distributors in the country; Europa Sports, Muscle Foods USA, KeHE, and Wishing-U-Well. Together these distributors represent over 80,000 brick and mortar locations across the United States from sports nutrition stores to large natural grocery chains including Whole Foods and Sunflower markets. Through our partnership with Wishing-U-Well Koios also enjoys a large presence online, including being an Amazon choice product.

Some of our key retailers include Max Muscle Sports Nutrition, Nutrition Zone, Total Nutrition, Colorado Nutrition, Nutrition Depot, Ready Fit Go, Ultimate Sports Nutrition, Better Health Natural Grocers, Villa Sports and Pete's Fresh Markets. KOIOS can also be found at various, 7-11's, Conoco's, Gold's Gyms, Woodman's Markets, Alfalfa's, Crunchy Grocers, Mothers Market, True Fit Gyms and Total Nutrition.

Koios uses a proprietary blend of nootropics and natural organic compounds to enhance human productivity without using harmful chemicals or stimulants. Koios enhances focus, concentration, mental capacity, memory retention, cognitive function, alertness, brain capacity and creates all day mental clarity. Our ingredients are specifically designed to target brain function by increasing blood flow, oxygen levels and neural connections in the brain."

SunOpta Inc. STKL, +1.08% is a leading global company focused on organic, non-genetically modified and specialty foods. SunOpta specializes in the sourcing, processing and packaging of organic and non-GMO food products, integrated from seed through packaged products; with a focus on strategic vertically integrated business models. SunOpta's organic and non-GMO food operations revolve around value-added grain, seed, fruit and vegetable based product offerings. The company's consumer packaged products include aseptic and packaged beverages, healthy snacks, roasted grains, flexible pouches and more. On August 9, 2017, the company announced financial results for the second quarter ended July 1, 2017. The company posted revenues of $336.5 million for the second quarter of 2017, compared to $348.1 million in the second quarter of 2016, a decrease of 3.4%.

The Hain Celestial Group Inc. HAIN, -1.11% is a leading organic and natural products company with operations in North America, Europe and India. Hain Celestial participates in many natural categories with well-known brands that include Celestial Seasonings®, BluePrint®, WestSoy® and others. On July 17. 2017, the company's Greek Gods® brand introduced a uniquely decadent yogurt concept, Seriously Indulgent Yogurt, made with whole milk, cream and unique fruit flavors and combinations on the bottom of each 5.3 ounce cup. The single serve yogurts provide multiple occasions for customers to enjoy-as part of a balanced breakfast to a delicious dessert.

New Age Beverages Corporation NBEV, +1.65% is a Colorado-based, leading all-natural and organic healthy functional beverage company that was founded in 2003. The Company's brands are sold across all 50 states within the US and in more than 10 countries internationally across all channels via direct and store door distribution systems. Recently, the company announced the expansion of their first new channel of distribution with the launch of their E-Commerce Division to enable customers worldwide to purchase and receive home delivery of their increasingly expanding portfolio of healthy beverages. New Age's launch into direct delivery complements their expanding retail business in traditional convenience and grocery and provides consumers access to the New Age portfolio worldwide where New Age does not yet have distribution.

Farmer Brothers Co. FARM, -1.66% is a national coffee roaster, wholesaler and distributor of coffee, tea and culinary products. The company's product lines include organic, Direct Trade and sustainably-produced coffee. With a robust line of coffee, hot and iced teas, cappuccino mixes, spices, and baking/biscuit mixes, the Company delivers extensive beverage planning services and culinary products to its U.S. based customers. On August 21, 2017, the company announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire substantially all the assets of Boyd Coffee Company with a combination of cash and stock. Boyd's is a privately-held company in business for over 100 years with a national reputation in the coffee industry. The Company expects to improve overall operational efficiency by moving the production volume associated with the acquired Boyd's business into its existing production facilities.

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