America
Juan Valdez expands to the Brazilian market
As part of its international expansion strategy, Juan Valdez, the premium Colombian coffee brand, has officially launched in the Brazilian market.
Starbucks invites customers to help donate to people in need
Hunger affects 42 million Americans including 13 million children per a 2016 report by the United States Department of Agriculture.
Maritime Administration awards Ports of New Orleans & Greater Baton Rouge $1.75 million grant
The Port of New Orleans and the Port of Greater Baton Rouge will acquire specialised container loading equipment to increase efficiencies to the current container-on-barge shuttle service operated by SEACOR AMH between Baton Rouge and New Orleans.
The Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation rebrands
The Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation has rebranded as the Joy in Childhood Foundation.
Starbucks opens flagship store in Cambodia
Starbucks Coffee opened its newest flagship store in Asia, located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on 7 October.
S&D and Cosa partner to increase sustainable sourcing impact
S&D Coffee & Tea and the Committee on Sustainability Assessment (Cosa) have joined forces to broaden S&D’s sustainable sourcing program.
October 2016
Spotlight: Combatting disease & infestation China’s dark teas Blending teas at origin Espresso Soluble coffee Packaging Roasting/grinding/processing/technology Special report: Brazil Pt IV Origin highlight: Central America Bonus show distribution: Coffee Fest Western, US; Trieste Espresso; NCA Coffee Summit; Pack Expo; Sintercafe; ASIC
Coffee Fest Anaheim opens this weekend
The 78th Coffee Fest opens this weekend at the Anaheim Convention Centre.
Sheetz launches cold brew coffee in all stores
Sheetz, one of America’s fastest-growing family-owned and operated convenience-store retailers, is rolling out cold brew coffee to all of its stores on National Coffee Day, 29 September.
NATC delves into sustainability and the millennial mindset
Fall for Tea, North American Tea Conference, which took place 20-22 September, was a true global affair bringing together importers, producers, and tea companies in over 19 countries including Kenya, China, Argentina and Malawi.
September 2016
Spotlight: South America Polyphenols Yerba mate Single serve Logistics/warehouse Sporting equipment Special Report: Brazil pt 3 Bonus Show Distribution: PCCA Convention; N.A. Tea Conference, Expo Especiales Latin American Special Edition
Tea in South America: Key Markets and Major Regional Trends
Tea is not a primary beverage of choice throughout most of Latin America, but consumption is growing and its popularity continues to rise.
Starbucks opens in Trinidad & Tobago
Starbucks Coffee has opened its newest Caribbean store in San Fernando on the island of Trinidad in August, marking its 74th global market.
CMA CGM initiates direct service to South America
Container shipping company CMA CGM has initiated a direct service from the Port of New Orleans to the west coast of South America.