SUGAR LAND--May 20, 2021--Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas)--The first four months of 2021 were mostly positive for food and beverage manufacturers and may be an indicator of what's ahead for the remainder of the year. Demand for products continues to improve across most sectors of the industry and optimism remains high in terms of growth and related capital expenditures. However, there are challenges afoot that could temper the pace of the industry's recovery following the pandemic.