And so it begins. If you are reading this, the IPCPR convention and trade show has kicked off. Expect live reporting throughout the next four days regarding the specific, but a few observations from the last few days. FDA — The IPCPR’s legislative seminar was, how does one put it, poorly attended. There were more people at the Circle Bar—the traditional hang-out—than at the three-hour legislative seminar hosted by the organization. One attendee walked out before it started, saying lunch was more important. It was a sad and concerning reality, but not entirely unexpected. If you were expecting a formalized definition of what a “premium cigar” is by the IPCPR, don’t. The organization did not announce one and is unlikely to do so in the coming days. New Product — There’s seem to a bit of concern on the manufacturing side about the amount of new product and the pace that’s now being expected. That being said, almost everyone I spoke to then began to tell me about all of the new products they had. New Booths — There are a few redesigned booths from established companies, if you expect anyone other than Drew Estate to win the award for ...
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