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Mercon Coffee Group and Seeds for Progress Foundation inaugurate new development centre in Nicaragua
The new development centre is the third to be inaugurated as part of the Cultivating Education Program; an initiative that contributes to the prevention of child labour in coffee producing regions.
European Speciality Tea Association launches TEA 101 course
European Speciality Tea Association has launched an online introductory tea education seminar, TEA 101, in collaboration with Australian Tea Masters.
European Tea Society becomes European Speciality Tea Association
The European Tea Society is changing its name to the European Speciality Tea Association (ESTA), effective 1 July.
Dunkin’ franchisees plan to hire approximately 25,000 restaurant employees
Dunkin’ franchisees are seeking to hire up to 25,000 new restaurant employees at Dunkin’ locations, from front-counter to restaurant management, creating immediate jobs that the company says will offer long-term education benefits and key career skills for people across the US.
Saxbys opens new roastery with new coffees
Saxbys has announced the debut of its new coffee program, sourced globally and roasted locally at the brand’s new 7,000 square foot South Philadelphia roastery.
East Pole Coffee celebrates second anniversary
Wholesale coffee roaster and bar, East Pole Coffee, is celebrating its second anniversary throughout the weekend on 14-15 September 2019 with special drinks and events.
2019 Nestlé Professional Scholars announced
The Barista Guild (BG) has announced the 2019 Nestlé Professional Scholars for this year’s Barista Camp Greece, taking place September 10-13, 2019.
SCA reveals recipients of 2019-20 LEAD scholarship
The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) and S&D Coffee & Tea have announced the recipients of the 2019-2020 Leadership Equity and Diversity (LEAD) Scholarship Program.
SCA launches Coffee Sustainability Program
The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) has launched its new Coffee Sustainability Program, designed for people at all points along the coffee supply chain
Ally Coffee expands learning opportunities
Green coffee company Ally Coffee has expanded its learning opportunities to the global community of coffee professional
InterAmerican Coffee increases donations to Coffee Kids program
From now until International Coffee Day on October 1, InterAmerican Coffee will donate 20¢ to the Coffee Kids program for every pound of Coffee Kids green coffee it sells, up to $20,000.
Hundreds of new tea products at the World Tea Expo 2019
The 17th annual World Tea Expo, the tradeshow focused on advancing the business of tea will take place in Las Vegas, 11-13 June 2019.
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Peet’s anniversary blend supports women coffee farmers
Peet’s Coffee has released its annual, limited edition Anniversary Blend which this year specifically highlights and supports women coffee farmers.
Luv Tea introduces classes and consulting services
Luv Tea, a New York tea salon which aims to educate consumers on high-grade teas, has launched a series of tea classes, internships and consulting services.