China
Alliance for Coffee Excellence names CC Su as China/Asia consultant
In her new role, CC Su will support the expansion of ACE’s Sensory Educational Training (SET) programme, oversee, and assist farmer outreach and the retention and development of ACE membership throughout the region.
Jing Tea launches its first spring 2020 tea, Baojing Gold
Baojing Gold is a floral, fresh and reviving single origin Chinese green tea.
Starbucks expands plant-based ingredients and products in China
Starting this month, Starbucks stores across China will be offering a new plant-based food and beverage menu, as well as new merchandise made from recycled content.
Tea origin responses to Covid-19 outbreak
The Tea Association of the USA has issued an update on origin tea countries’ responses to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Starbucks investment in Coffee Innovation Park drives sustainable manufacturing in China
As Starbucks’ largest manufacturing investment outside of the US and its first in Asia, the new Coffee Innovation Plant will incorporate a roasting plant, warehouse and distribution center, creating highly-skilled jobs and new career opportunities that will further drive smart and sustainable coffee manufacturing in China.
China, Covid-19 and coffee
The impact of Covid-19 (coronavirus disease 2019), which originated in Wuhan, China in December, continues to be felt around the world.
The impact Covid-19 and tariffs have on tea imported from China
To say China cannot “catch a break” these days is an understatement. First the tariff battle and now the coronavirus.
US Tariffs on Chinese Tea to be Reduced
The new year is bringing some good news for Chinese tea importers in the United States. In December, the US and China reached an agreement on a Phase One trade deal.
The need to improve FSMSs and HACCPs
While the global merchandising of food commodities remains strong, safety and quality standards between countries differs greatly. Food exporters and importers should evolve trade rules, unify inspection processes and synchronize food related statutes. By Logan Portmann
Starbucks China announces new partner benefits programme
In China, Starbucks has unveiled a new partner investment programme for its partners (employees) known as Flex Star Benefits.
Starbucks launches Bar Mixato at Shanghai Reserve Roastery
Starbucks has added Bar Mixato to its Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Shanghai, further elevating the multi-sensory experience of its offering in China.
Starbucks and Alibaba launch voice ordering and delivery
Starbucks is evolving the digital experience for consumers in China by launching voice ordering and delivery capabilities within Alibaba’s smart speaker, Tmall Genie.
Consumer trends driving coffee flows
A new Coffee Map from Rabobank has revealed five key themes shaping current and future coffee flows.
Davison’s Organic Teas adds a dozen new blends
Davidson’s Organic Teas has added 12 new tea blends to its product line of over 300 varieties