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Wine Institute: California Wine Sales in U.S. Market Hit $40 Billion in 2018
SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 24 -- The Wine Institute issued the following news release:
California wine shipments in the U.S. reached an estimated retail value of $40.2 billion in 2018, up 3% from the previous year. The state shipped 248 million nine-liter cases to the U.S. in 2018, up 3%.
California wine sales to all markets, including shipments to the U.S. and export markets, were 285 million cases in 2018.
"Consumer interest in premium wines continues to be the dominant trend," said Robert P. (Bobby) Koch, Wine Institute President and CEO. "As consumers trade up, our California wines
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 24 -- The Wine Institute issued the following news release:
California wine shipments in the U.S. reached an estimated retail value of $40.2 billion in 2018, up 3% from the previous year. The state shipped 248 million nine-liter cases to the U.S. in 2018, up 3%.
California wine sales to all markets, including shipments to the U.S. and export markets, were 285 million cases in 2018.
"Consumer interest in premium wines continues to be the dominant trend," said Robert P. (Bobby) Koch, Wine Institute President and CEO. "As consumers trade up, our California winesare emphasizing high quality, value and sustainable winegrowing."
"California wine shipments experienced a 15% volume growth in the U.S. over the last decade, and increased 6 million cases in 2018 over the previous year," said Jon Moramarco, founder and managing partner of BW 166 LLC, and editor of the Gomberg Fredrikson Report. "Baby Boomers are still the driving force in wine consumption, but while sales are still growing, it's slowing as the Boomer generation ages and presumably drinks less. Wine marketers are working to maintain the interest of Boomers and attract Gen X'ers and Millennials with new and different wines."
Moramarco also noted that direct-to-consumer wine sales continue to grow as important channel with over 6 million cases sold with a retail value of $3 billion in 2018, an increase of 9% in volume and 12% in value over the previous year.
"Consumers are drinking better but not a lot more, as overall alcohol per capita consumption has changed very little," said Danny Brager, Senior Vice President of Nielsen's Beverage Alcohol Practice Area. "They are being more mindful of drinking in moderation, thus underlining a trend to smaller serve packaging, and seeking 'experiences' in a wide variety of eating and drinking venues such as theaters, museums, concerts, festivals, sports/activity venues, 'groceraunts' and other premises offering combined experiential and food/drink occasions. This diverse landscape has resulted in wine selling locations in the U.S. being up 8.5% from five years ago to 567,000 off- and on-premise locations."
Brager explained that consumers are also shopping more online and want a convenient and effective online browsing and shopping experience. Adopting e-commerce platforms to make wine more accessible to consumers is having an impact on wine sales. Alternative packaging such as 3-liter boxes and cans is another trend expanding occasions to enjoy wine.
According to Nielsen-measured U.S. off-premise sales, top-selling varietals by volume share are: Chardonnay, 18.6%; Cabernet Sauvignon, 14.6%; Red Blends, 10.6%; Pinot Grigio/Gris, 9.7%; Merlot, 6.4%; Moscato/Muscat, 6.2%; Pinot Noir,5.2%; Sauvignon Blanc, 5.1%; White Zinfandel/Blush, 3.6%; and Rose, 2.7%. Rose continues to show phenomenal growth, with sales volume jumping 46% compared to 2017.
Total shipments of sparkling wine and champagne to the U.S. reached 27.4 million cases in 2018. Up 4% from the previous year, sparkling wines/champagnes accounted for a 7% share of the U.S. wine market.
The U.S. Wine Market
Wine shipments to the U.S. from all production sources--California, other states and foreign producers--grew 1% to 406.5 million cases in 2018, with an estimated retail value of $68.1 billion. The U.S. has remained the world's largest wine market by volume since 2010 and the U.S. is now the third leading global wine producer. California's 245 million cases shipped within the U.S. in 2018 represent a 61% share of the total U.S. wine market.
U.S. Wine Exports
U.S. wine exports, 95% from California, reached $1.46 billion in winery revenues in 2018. Volume shipments were 375 million liters or 41.7 million cases. The European Union's 28-member countries were the top market for U.S. wine exports, accounting for $469 million; followed by Canada, $449 million; Hong Kong, $130 million; Japan, $93 million; China, $59 million; Mexico, $27 million; South Korea, $25 million; Nigeria, $15 million; Dominican Republic, $14.4 million, and Singapore, $14 million.
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[Category: Food/Beverage]
United Automobile Workers Legislative Director Testifies on Emissions Standards Rollback
DETROIT, Michigan, June 24 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following news:
On Thursday, UAW Legislative Director Josh Nassar testified in front of the Congressional Energy and Commerce Committee, in opposition to new rules governing automotive emissions standards. The Trump administration plans to freeze fuel economy standards at the levels for 2020 models, rather than increasing requirements through 2025 as previously planned.
Nassar included in his testimony a letter from seventeen major automotive manufacturers who warned that these rule changes would create uncertainty in the
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DETROIT, Michigan, June 24 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following news:
On Thursday, UAW Legislative Director Josh Nassar testified in front of the Congressional Energy and Commerce Committee, in opposition to new rules governing automotive emissions standards. The Trump administration plans to freeze fuel economy standards at the levels for 2020 models, rather than increasing requirements through 2025 as previously planned.
Nassar included in his testimony a letter from seventeen major automotive manufacturers who warned that these rule changes would create uncertainty in theAmerican automotive industry, leading to expensive legal battles and hampering the industry's ability to invest in innovation. Nassar pointed out the impact this instability would have on UAW members and retirees: "No other membership organization in the United States is more directly affected by the health and stability of the domestic auto manufacturing industry than UAW members and retirees. The majority of our members and retirees work in or have retired from the auto industry and are therefore are directly impacted by fuel economy and clean car standards."
Nassar went on to discuss the vital role emissions standards play in combatting climate change and the importance of keeping American companies at the forefront of automotive innovation. He says, "Done right, emissions and fuel efficiency standards can continue to be good for the environment, American workers, U.S. manufacturing and the economy."
Click here to read Nassar's full testimony (https://uaw.org/app/uploads/2019/06/Nassar.pdf).
[Category: Union]
Society for Neuroscience: Researchers Identify New Hunger Pathway in the Brain
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Society for Neuroscience issued the following news release:
A newly identified hunger pathway in the brain can quickly modify food intake in the presence of food, according to a study of mice published in JNeurosci. This pathway could be a future target for the treatment of eating disorders.
Food intake is modified by long-term signals such as hormones and molecules released during digestion, but a newly recognized circuit in the hypothalamus can change feeding behavior on a shorter timescale. Using fluorescent calcium imaging and electrophysiological recording, Shane
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WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Society for Neuroscience issued the following news release:
A newly identified hunger pathway in the brain can quickly modify food intake in the presence of food, according to a study of mice published in JNeurosci. This pathway could be a future target for the treatment of eating disorders.
Food intake is modified by long-term signals such as hormones and molecules released during digestion, but a newly recognized circuit in the hypothalamus can change feeding behavior on a shorter timescale. Using fluorescent calcium imaging and electrophysiological recording, ShaneHentges and Andrew Rau at Colorado State University identified a pathway in the hypothalamus that affects food intake and body weight through release of the neurotransmitter GABA, which can occur due to the detection, rather than consumption, of food.
The researchers found that food-deprived mice exhibited more GABA-related neuron activity, indicating that temporary energy states can directly affect feeding behavior. The knowledge of this pathway improves our understanding of how the brain controls energy balance.
[Category: Medical]
National League of Cities: New #LoveMyCity Campaign Celebrates the Love People Have for Their Communities
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The National League of Cities issued the following news release:
More than 200 million people across the United States live in a city, town or village that they love. While the country is feeling increasingly divided and polarized, the National League of Cities (NLC) is bringing together top researchers, media partners, corporate leaders and local elected officials to spotlight the connection that residents feel with their cities through the #LoveMyCity campaign.
"As local leaders, we know the emotional bonds people create with their communities have a powerful impact on
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WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The National League of Cities issued the following news release:
More than 200 million people across the United States live in a city, town or village that they love. While the country is feeling increasingly divided and polarized, the National League of Cities (NLC) is bringing together top researchers, media partners, corporate leaders and local elected officials to spotlight the connection that residents feel with their cities through the #LoveMyCity campaign.
"As local leaders, we know the emotional bonds people create with their communities have a powerful impact onprosperity and livability," said NLC President Karen Freeman-Wilson, mayor of Gary, Indiana. "According to research from the Knight Foundation and Gallup, the stronger the attachment of residents to their communities, the higher the gross domestic product growth. We also know that when people love someone or something, they will give their time, talent and treasure for it. As local leaders, we have to create cities that our citizens will love."
Through the national #LoveMyCity campaign, NLC is supporting local leaders' efforts to create more meaningful bonds between communities and their residents. Throughout the summer, NLC will share "love letters" from influential voices across the country showcasing the powerful connection people have to their cities, towns and villages.
The national campaign is supported by media partners and corporate leaders including AARP, Accela, CGI Communications, Clear Channel Outdoor and Smart City Expo Atlanta.
Clear Channel Outdoor will run the #LoveMyCity campaign on over 1,200 of its digital billboards and in its participating airports across the U.S. this summer. Additionally, Clear Channel Outdoor worked with the Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA) to expand the reach of the #LoveMyCity message.
In November, NLC's annual City Summit being held in San Antonio, Texas will be themed #LoveMyCity in partnership with title sponsor, AARP.
The National League of Cities (NLC) is the voice of America's cities, towns and villages, representing more than 200 million people. NLC works to strengthen local leadership, influence federal policy and drive innovative solutions. Stay connected with NLC on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.
[Category: Government/Public Administration]
International and American Associations for Dental Research /AADR Announce The JDR's 2018 Impact Factor
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 24 -- The International Association for Dental Research issued the following news release:
Today, the International and American Associations for Dental Research announced the Journal of Dental Research (JDR) 2-Year Impact Factor in the "Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine" category at 5.125, its second year in a row above 5. This news comes from the just released 2018 Journal Citation Reports (Clarivate Analytics, 2019). The Impact Factor is a measure of the frequency with which the average article in a journal has been cited in a particular year and helps to evaluate
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ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 24 -- The International Association for Dental Research issued the following news release:
Today, the International and American Associations for Dental Research announced the Journal of Dental Research (JDR) 2-Year Impact Factor in the "Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine" category at 5.125, its second year in a row above 5. This news comes from the just released 2018 Journal Citation Reports (Clarivate Analytics, 2019). The Impact Factor is a measure of the frequency with which the average article in a journal has been cited in a particular year and helps to evaluatea journal's relative importance, especially when compared with others in the same field.
The JDR continues to rank #1 of 90 journals in the "Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine" category, in Eigenfactor with a score of 0.021290. The JDR ranks #2 in Impact Factor of 90 journals as well as #2 of 90 in Article Influence with a score of 1.643. The JDR's 5-year Impact Factor remained above 5 for the fourth year at 5.722 -- ranking #2 of 90 journals. With over 20,000 citations, the JDR also boasts the most citations in the "Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine" category, over 4,500 citations above the 2nd ranked journal in the field.
"The continued success of JDR is due to a dedicated team of Associate Editors, reviewers and Editorial Board members that keep JDR at the forefront of the field by attracting high quality authors. In this year that JDR celebrates its' centennial, I am proud to have been one of the Editors of the Journal and been able to continue the 100 years of dental, oral and craniofacial research success." said JDR Editor-in-Chief William Giannobile.
The Journal Impact Factor was developed in the mid-1960s by Eugene Garfield, of the Institute for Scientific Information, now part of Clarivate Analytics (Philadelphia, Pa., USA). It is based on the premise that the more often the articles in a particular journal are referenced by other articles, the greater the "impact" that journal has in its field. The Impact Factor is calculated by Clarivate Analytics on an annual basis, and is available only through Clarivate Analytics Journal Citation Reports(R). Journal Citation Reports(R) is a registered trademark of Clarivate Analytics. All rights reserved.
[Categories: Dentistry]
American Society of Plastic Surgeons: More Baby Boomers Seek Cosmetic Procedures as They Re-Enter Dating Scene
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Illinois, June 24 -- The American Society of Plastic Surgeons issued the following news release:
In today's dating world, singles make snap judgments about potential dates as fast as they can swipe. For the 20 million baby boomers currently using online dating sites, the high stakes of the modern dating world can be intimidating as they age. New statistics by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons show that more Americans age 55 and older are seeking cosmetic procedures to help them put their best face forward.
"Baby boomers are not looking to turn back the clock to their
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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Illinois, June 24 -- The American Society of Plastic Surgeons issued the following news release:
In today's dating world, singles make snap judgments about potential dates as fast as they can swipe. For the 20 million baby boomers currently using online dating sites, the high stakes of the modern dating world can be intimidating as they age. New statistics by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons show that more Americans age 55 and older are seeking cosmetic procedures to help them put their best face forward.
"Baby boomers are not looking to turn back the clock to theirtwenties - they just want to look as young and vibrant on the outside as they feel on the inside," said Anne Taylor, MD, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Columbus, Ohio. "There is a wide range of procedures to help them achieve that goal, from surgery to small tweaks that can be done on their lunch break."
The newly released statistics reveal that there were nearly 50,000 more cosmetic procedures performed on those 55 and older in 2018 than in the previous year, with spikes in surgical procedures like liposuction, hair transplantation and breast augmentation, as well as minimally invasive options like Botox and fillers. This age group also accounted for nearly half of all eyelid surgeries and two-thirds of facelifts performed last year.
"Working with a board-certified plastic surgeon provides a full spectrum of procedures to find the right solution for each patient," said Alan Matarasso, MD, president of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. "It also ensures that you are working with a surgeon who has undergone extensive training and is held to the highest safety and quality standards."
The divorce rate among baby boomers has roughly doubled since the 1990s, which explains this generation's rise in dating. In a culture where first impressions are so important, cosmetic procedures can give them the confidence to enter the dating scene and find that special someone.
"People want to feel and look their best, and they will often tell you, 'I feel great, and I want to look as good as I feel,'" said Dr. Matarasso. "Whether it's surgical or non-surgical, cosmetic procedures give baby boomers something that they can achieve on their own to feel better, look better and give them greater confidence when meeting new people."
About ASPS
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) is the world's largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons. Representing more than 8,000 Member Surgeons, the Society is recognized as a leading authority and information source on aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. ASPS comprises more than 93 percent of all board-certified plastic surgeons in the United States. Founded in 1931, the Society represents physicians certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery or The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. ASPS advances quality care to plastic surgery patients by encouraging high standards of training, ethics, physician practice and research in plastic surgery.
[Category: Medical]
5G Americas: 5G Live! 15 Commercial Standardized 5G Networks Worldwide
BELLEVUE, Washington, June 24 -- 5G Americas (formerly the 4G Americas) issued the following news release:
5G, using 3GPP standardized wireless technology, has been commercially deployed by 15 mobile network operators worldwide, according to 5G Americas, the industry trade association and voice of 5G and LTE for the Americas and TeleGeography (GlobalComms Database). There will be an additional 47 launches of 5G technology expected before the end of 2019 for a total of more than 62 live 5G networks.
LTE will provide the solid foundation for 5G. Already, more than half of all the mobile wireless
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BELLEVUE, Washington, June 24 -- 5G Americas (formerly the 4G Americas) issued the following news release:
5G, using 3GPP standardized wireless technology, has been commercially deployed by 15 mobile network operators worldwide, according to 5G Americas, the industry trade association and voice of 5G and LTE for the Americas and TeleGeography (GlobalComms Database). There will be an additional 47 launches of 5G technology expected before the end of 2019 for a total of more than 62 live 5G networks.
LTE will provide the solid foundation for 5G. Already, more than half of all the mobile wirelesstechnology connections worldwide are LTE technology, with a reported 51 percent market share at the first quarter of 2019, providing 4G mobile broadband access to a large portion of the world's population with 4.4 billion global connections, according to data from Ovum.
"LTE continues its momentum worldwide, at the same time that 5G becomes a commercial reality in many parts of the world," said Chris Pearson, President, 5G Americas. "The mobile wireless industry has worked hard to provide technical innovation for both LTE and 5G for the benefit of customers globally."
LTE is currently deployed on 646 networks worldwide according to TeleGeography. In addition to growth in LTE deployments and connections, the LTE technology evolution continues to expand with 299 LTE-Advanced networks worldwide at 1Q 2019. In addition, although not publicized to any great extent, 60 networks may be considered LTE-Advanced Pro; 58 of which have deployed Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) and/or LTE for Machine-Type Communications (LTE-M) 3GPP Release 13 technology features for the Internet of Things.
"The Cellular Internet of Things is future-proofed by 3GPP standards, with many different use cases enabled by Narrowband-IoT and LTE-M, as we fully enter the massive Internet of Things era," stated Vicki Livingston, Vice President, Communications, 5G Americas. "These 4G LTE IoT technologies will form the foundation of the future success of 5G IoT services with Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency Communications requirements for smart factories, connected car, public safety and other critical communications."
1Q 2019 - North America
LTE metrics for the U.S. and Canada continue to show regional leadership. LTE achieved 445 million connections and reached 121 percent penetration of the total population or 1.2 connections per person as of March 2019 compared to 140 percent overall wireless technology penetration. This is the highest penetration rate for LTE of any region in the world.
Comparatively, North America's market share for LTE at 87 percent far exceeds all other world regions; the next highest world regions are the Oceania, Eastern and South Eastern Asia region with LTE share of 70 percent followed by Western Europe at 54 percent (data by Ovum).
North America is also among the world's leading 5G innovators with three national operators offering live 5G services in numerous markets across the country and a fourth expected deployment this year. According to U.S. President Donald Trump, a proponent of 5G technology leadership for the country, there will be 92 U.S. cities with 5G services at the end of 2019.
* LTE NB-IoT and/or LTE-M has been deployed by 5 U.S. and Canada operators
* LTE is forecast to reach 473 million connections at the end of 2020 (including M2M)
* 5G connections are forecast to reach 4 million by the end of 2020 and increase to 186 million by the end of 2023
1Q 2018 - Latin America and the Caribbean
"Antel in Uruguay has launched the first 5G network in the region, with more 5G planned deployments to come, as Latin America and Caribbean operators continue to invest in advanced network deployments for LTE," commented Jose Otero, Vice President, Latin America and the Caribbean, 5G Americas. "With the support of governments in the region by providing more licensed and globally harmonized spectrum, the momentum and societal benefits provided by LTE and 5G will continue."
LTE's market share increased to 44 percent at the 1Q 2019, and is forecast to be the most widely used cellular technology in the region by the end of 2020.
* 698 million total mobile wireless subscriptions including 306 million LTE connections
* LTE is forecast to reach 348 million connections at the end of 2019 (forecast includes M2M)
* By the end of 2022, LTE is forecast to reach half a billion connections (forecast includes M2M)
1Q 2018 - Global
At the end of March 2019, global LTE connections reached 4.4 billion and market share reached 51 percent. LTE connections are forecast to reach 6 billion by year-end 2022 (forecast includes M2M) and 61 percent share of market. 5G technology is forecast by Ovum to achieve 37 million by year end 2020, grow to 156 million by end of 2021 and then increase to more than half a billion in 2022. 5G Americas' member company Ericsson has forecast that 5G subscriptions are expected to reach 1.9 billion in 2024.
The noteworthy development is that 3GPP standardized 5G technology has been launched in 15 markets globally with 62 expected total deployments by the end of 2019 (TeleGeography).
* 5 5G networks are set to launch by end of 2Q (June) 2019
* 11 5G networks are expected to launch by end of 3Q 2019
* 13 5G networks are expected to launch by end of 2019
* An additional 17 operators have announced plans for deployment of 5G in 2019
* More than 100 operators have announced their 5G deployment plans in 2020 and beyond and are testing, trialing and building their networks in stages of planned deployments
About 5G Americas: The Voice of 5G and LTE for the Americas
5G Americas is an industry trade organization composed of leading telecommunications service providers and manufacturers. The organization's mission is to advocate for and foster the advancement and full capabilities of LTE wireless technologies and their evolution to 5G, throughout the ecosystem's networks, services, applications and wirelessly connected devices in the Americas. 5G Americas is invested in developing a connected wireless community while leading 5G development for all the Americas. 5G Americas is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington. More information is available at http://www.5gamericas.org or Twitter @5GAmericas.
5G Americas' Board of Governors members include: AT&T, Cable & Wireless, Ciena, Cisco, CommScope, Ericsson, Intel, Kathrein, Mavenir, Nokia, Qualcomm Incorporated, Samsung, Shaw Communications Inc., Sprint, T-Mobile US, Inc., Telefonica and WOM.
[Category: Telecommunications]
