As coffee prices stay volatile, has sustainability become less of a priority for roasters?
The plethora of price hikes over the last few years has forced roasters to allocate more of their financial resources towards areas that need them...
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As coffee prices stay volatile, has sustainability become less of a priority for roasters?
The plethora of price hikes over the last few years has forced roasters to allocate more of their financial resources towards areas that need them most. Green coffee prices reached historic highs in February 2025, prompting business owners to explore alternative funding options. Meanwhile, operating costs – from labour to rent to packaging – continue to climb, making cash flow management even more challenging. In this tough economic climate, many… read more
The plethora of price hikes over the last few years has forced roasters to allocate more of their financial resources towards areas that need them most. Green coffee prices reached historic highs in February 2025, prompting business owners to explore… read more
How sustainable packaging is key to a circular economy in coffee
To address the growing global waste production problem, many industries have adopted a circular economy model: a system based on the reuse and regeneration of...
Why coffee brands need to care about more than sustainability certifications
Sustainability has long been a key focus of specialty coffee’s values and ethos, especially as consumers have become more committed than ever to reducing their...
Why succession and heritage are key to organic & regenerative coffee production
Sustainability is one of the most important and pertinent topics talked about in the coffee industry today – especially when it comes to trade and...
Why is soil health so crucial to regenerative agriculture in coffee production?
Now more than ever, climate change is one of the most pressing issues affecting the future of the global coffee industry. A 2023 study suggests...
How do reusable coffee cups contribute to a circular economy?
It’s no secret that like many other industries, the coffee sector produces significant amounts of waste. From production to consumption, it’s believed the global coffee...
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When we think of “relationship coffee”, the first thing that comes to mind is often the nature of direct trade partnerships between producers and roasters....
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