Sustainability
Clipper Teas pledges support to Fairtrade farmers in run up to COP26
Clipper Teas has joined forces with other Fairtrade partners to pledge its support for farmers in their call for climate justice ahead of the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow, UK, this November.
Gorilla Coffee Alliance to enhance rural livelihoods & wildlife conservation in Democratic Republic of the Congo
USAID, Nespresso, Olam Food Ingredients, TechnoServe, the Wildlife Conservation Society, and Asili will partner to support sustainable agriculture and rural enterprise to reduce threats to the critically endangered Grauer’s gorilla.
Sucafina’s 2030 sustainability strategy paves way for greater shared value in coffee
Sucafina has unveiled its 2030 sustainability strategy, providing a detailed roadmap of initiatives focused around three key action pillars: Caring for People, Investing in Farmers, and Protecting Our Planet.
New tech platform directly links coffee producers and roasters
Paving the way for 100% direct trade for green coffee distribution, Typica, the online platform connecting producers and roasters, is now available in the UK.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Origins, Sustainability
The 42nd edition of Host Milan returns in person with over 800 events & 1000 exhibitors
To be held ‘face-to-face’ and employing full safety protocols, Host Milan will take place at Fieramilano in Milan, Italy from 22-26 October.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Product news, Sustainability
Coffee prices rise in September, but weather remains a factor
Coffee prices underwent further increases in September 2021, but volatility lessened substantially while the market continues to be driven by weather in Brazil and by Covid-related disruption affecting trade in Asia.
Tea and Herbal Association mid-year meet up encourages the industry to Level Up
On 28 September 2021, the Tea and Herbal Association of Canada (THAC) hosted a two-hour virtual event, Level Up, to provide valued insights on international logistics, diminishing carbon emissions, and an overview of the consumer buying practices. Anne-Marie Hardie reports.
Costa Coffee trials reusable cup scheme powered by blockchain
Costa Coffee has launched a trial of a new blockchain technology-powered reusable cup scheme called BURT, which stands for ‘Borrow, Use, Reuse, Take Back’.
TC Transcontinental opens new centre for packaging R&D and innovation
TC Transcontinental Packaging has announced the opening of its new ASTRA Center – the Art, Science, and Technology Research and Applications Center, based in Menasha, Wisconsin.
NATC 2021 Postponed, THAC Hosts Digital Event
The Tea and Herbal Association of Canada (THAC) is hosting a virtual event on 29 September.
Blue Bottle Coffee commits to carbon neutrality by 2024
The Nestlé brand’s goal extends to the entire brand, in the United States and Asia, and from coffee and ingredient sourcing to guest-use and end-of-life greenhouse gas emissions for product and packaging.
Westrock Coffee Company announces 100% responsibly sourced by 2025 goal
Westrock Coffee Company has announced its pledge to responsibly source 100% of the company’s coffee and tea by 2025.
Tazo Tea & SZA host Climate Week events
In celebration of Climate Week (20-26 September), Tazo Tea is hosting a series of climate justice-focused events, in partnership with singer SZA.
Tea & Coffee World Cup kicks off today!
After months of planning, we can finally say — Tea & Coffee World Cup launches today! Although our first virtual conference debuts 8 September, registrants will have 24/7 access to the site, including all presentations, for one month following.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Product news, Sustainability