GTNF 2023 Sessions

Bloom Earns Quality Certification

Bloom announced it has earned ECCO Certification in California — raising the bar for product testing, accountability, and transparency within the cannabis industry.

ITGA Announces Annual Meeting

Tobacco-producing countries from the Western hemisphere have been invited to “Americas Regional Meeting on April 24 in Jujuy, Argentina

PCA Announces Next Four Shows

The PCA says nearly 6,000 people registered to attend this year’s event, making it the largest cigar-focused event in the world.

BAT Hosts Annual General Meeting

“I was pleased to see another solid performance in our new categories business. New categories’ contribution increased by £251 million.”

CORESTA Announces Next Webinar

CORESTA announced its webinar, titled “Tobacco Genetic Resources: The Foundation for a Global Industry,” scheduled for May 13 at 1 p.m.

Cigar Brand Wrap-Up

Below is a (partial) list of the cigar brand updates that have been announced this week.

Geekvape Wins Red Dot Design Award

The Wenax M Starter Kit was honored because the product stood out for its innovative modular design, sustainable materials, and user-centric features.

Driscoll Named Interim Head of ATF

Dan Driscoll was named interim head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms by the Trump administration, replacing new FBI director Kash Patel.

E.P. Carrillo Rebrands to Casa Carrillo

The company said this is “a move that unites its U.S. headquarters, factory, and global presence under one name that reflects both its heritage and its vision for the future.”