Sustainability
Nestlé inaugurates agricultural sciences institute
Nestlé has inaugurated the Institute of Agricultural Sciences to help advance sustainable food systems by delivering science-based solutions in agriculture.
Achieving responsible coffee sourcing
Although the concept of responsible sourcing to benefit coffee farmers remains high, the actual practice appears to still be low. By Shem Oirere
Smile honoured at World Changing Ideas Awards for its compostable coffee pods
Smile Compostable Solutions is an honoree under the energy and sustainability category in Fast Company’s 2023 World Changing Ideas Awards.
April coffee prices rise on the heels of decreasing exports
In its latest report, the ICO stated that the I-CIP expanded to 178.57 US cents/lb in April 2023, supported by decreasing exports.
The shift toward more sustainable packaging and a more circular packaging system continues
As consumers become increasingly aware of the environmental impact of packaging materials and consumer-packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers strive to reduce waste and emissions. A new study from PMMI and AMERIPEN finds that 75% of CPG companies continue to use plastic but are already using or are looking to use sustainable materials in their packaging.
Westrock Coffee Company releases 2022 Sustainability Progress Report
The report showcases the Company’s commitment to environmentally responsible sourcing, supply chain transparency, and traceable, connected systems that challenge the status quo of the beverage trade.
The 34th Specialty Coffee Expo Attendance Exceeds 11,500
The SCA’s 2023 Specialty Coffee Expo hits nearly 12,000 attendees and crowns six new US Coffee Champions in Portland, Oregon.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Origins, Product news, Sustainability
Löfbergs partners with Amcor to launch recyclable coffee packaging
Amcor, producing responsible packaging solutions, in collaboration with Löfbergs, a Swedish coffee roaster, have launched a mono-material coffee packaging, suited for both chemical and mechanical recycling.
Lavazza and Paris Baguette mark Earth Day with limited edition cup
Paris Baguette and Lavazza have partnered with artist, Matt Chessco, to develop a limited-edition reusable coffee cup in celebration of Earth Day.
Fres-co coffee packaging approved for NexTrex recycling programme
Fres-co System USA, Inc., has partnered with Trex Company, to recycle its flexible coffee packaging into composite decking.
Scotland ditches disposable cups
Coffee shops in Stirling, Scotland to partake in Ditching Disposables Initiative from Zero Waste Scotland, to decrease the volume of single use plastic they generate.
Peace Coffee introduces compostable capsules
Minneapolis-based Peace Coffee is introducing its very first Compostable EcoPods, continuing its commitment to providing sustainable, organic and ethically-sourced coffee.
Melitta launches 2023 One Million Tree Challenge
Melitta® launches One Million Tree Challenge with its long-time partner, American Forests.
As consumption continues to rise, the ICO expects another year of supply deficit
With global green bean exports falling 20.23% to 7.94 million bags in February, the ICO sees another year of supply deficit, with a shortfall of 7.3 million bags for CY 2022/23.