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illycaffè marks International Coffee Day with first regenerative coffee blend
illycaffè celebrates International Coffee Day by presenting Arabica Selection Brazil Cerrado Mineiro, the first coffee from regenerative agriculture and regenagri certified, created together with the Federation of Cerrado Mineiro producers.
Nestlé and Starbucks celebrate five years of their Global Coffee Alliance
The alliance combines the strength and affinity of the Starbucks brand and the company’s coffee expertise with Nestlé’s proprietary coffee platforms, manufacturing know-how and market reach.
The ICO and ILO mark International Coffee Day by promoting workers’ rights
On this year’s International Coffee Day (ICD) – 1 October 2023 – the ICO and ILO are launching campaign around the theme “promoting the right to a safe and healthy working environment in the coffee supply chain.”
WCR releases open-access arabica coffee genetic database
World Coffee Research (WCR) have announced the release of an arabica coffee genetic fingerprint database that will make variety authentication cheaper and simpler.
Sri Lanka Institute of Packaging introduces the first ‘Diploma in Packaging Technology’
Sri Lanka Institute of Packaging has introduced the first ‘Diploma in Packaging Technology’ that aims to pave the way for the next generation of packaging professionals.
Nestlé publishes its annual sustainability report
Its 2022 Annual Report alongside its Creating Shared Value and Sustainability (CSV) Report highlight that Nestlé’s results were resilient in a year defined by many challenges.
Rainforest Alliance debuts new strategic direction
The Rainforest Alliance has set out its new vision for accelerating action to address the climate emergency, biodiversity loss, systemic poverty, and human rights issues in its 2022 Annual Report.
Bell Flavors & Fragrances is awarded silver medal by EcoVadis
Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc (Bell) was recently awarded a silver medal by EcoVadis in recognition of global sustainability achievements.
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.
SCA Expo, Interpack and PLMA’s World of Private Label exhibitor preview
Read the essential preview of some of the many suppliers exhibiting at The Specialty Coffee Expo, Portland; Interpack, Düsseldorf; and PLMA’s World of Private Label Show, Amsterdam.
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Costa Coffee announces new CEO
Costa Coffee have announced that Philippe Schaillee will become CEO of the company effective 10 April 2023.
World Tea Conference + Expo 2023 announces international exhibitor list
Taking place 27-29 March 2023, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, World Tea Conference + Expo has announced this year’s list of international exhibitors.
Tea at a crossroad
T&CTJ’s annual Global Tea Report, reveals that after more than two years of disruptions severely affecting production, supply chain logistics and out-of-home consumption, tea market operators are taking stock to move forward in 2023.
Study reveals Fairtrade-certified organisations fared better through the pandemic
A new report published by Fairtrade International has confirmed that access to better prices, credit, and financial stability significantly increased the resilience of Fairtrade-certified organisations amid the COVID-19 pandemic.