SCA calls on espresso machine manufacturers to submit machines for certificationThe Specialty Coffee Association has announced that testing for qualified equipment for use in the World Coffee Championships (WCC) has commenced, as part of the SCA Certified Commercial Equipment Program. Blending, roasting & processing, Equipment & packaging
USDA proposes strengthening organic regulationsThe United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is proposing comprehensive changes to its Organic Certification Program — regulations that may profoundly affect the coffee and tea industries.
Rainforest Alliance announces enhanced certification programme and standardThe new programme consists of the Sustainable Agriculture Standard with requirements for farms and supply chains, along with a new assurance system and a suite of tools to measure progress towards sustainability objectives. Sustainability