Sustainability
The key to EUDR compliance for the coffee sector
EUDR is an important step forward in the global fight against deforestation and forest degradation, but it presents its challenges, so it is crucial that value finds its way to smallholders through certifications.
Coffee Growers Association campaigns to protect authenticity of the Cerrado Mineiro origin
The organisation wants to tackle the misuse of the first Designation of Origin (DO) for coffees in Brazil, the “Cerrado Mineiro” stamp, while increasing the supply of the certified coffee on the market.
Alkaff partners with Dimitra for EUDR compliance
Sicily based international green coffee trading corporation, Alkaff, has been onboarded by blockchain system, Dimitra to its EUDR Due Diligence Service (DDS) platform.
Smart agriculture programme to save up to 30% water for plantations
To ensure greater water security and mitigate socio-environmental impacts, the CCA, in collaboration with Expocacer, promotes the importance of the “Conscious Producer Investment Program (PIPC).”
NKG prepares for upcoming EUDR compliance
The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) presents significant challenges to companies dealing with agricultural commodities, so NKG has stepped up its efforts to ensure business continuity on time.
Coffee and tea industries transition to more sustainable packaging
Growing numbers of coffee and tea companies are utilising more sustainable packaging ranging from fibre-based, aluminium free, and plastic-free, to refillable, recyclable, and reusable. The efforts will reduce carbon footprints and promote circularity.
European consumers could experience ‘greenflation’ once the EUDR takes effect
A new study explores the impact of EU Sustainability Regulations and the implications of the new EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) for global commodity supply chains and consumer markets.
Advances in bio-pesticides and reduction in chemical pesticide usage
China is reducing its dependence on chemical pesticides by adopting the use of safer, greener bio-pesticides. The strategy, which is showing success, has potential for the global tea industry. By Jason Walker
Greiner and Constantia collaborate on home compostable coffee capsule
In this collaboration, Greiner Packaging supplies the body of the capsule, while Constantia Flexibles provides the lid – EcoPressoLid.
Pact Coffee’s Cenicafé 1 recognised in sustainability awards
Pact Coffee has been awarded with the Gold Sustainable Ingredient award at the Sustainable Food Awards 2024, recognising Cenicafé 1.
Special sustainability section: brands and suppliers
This special section of our annual Sustainability Issue highlights some of the work tea and coffee brands and suppliers are undertaking to enact long-lasting change throughout the supply chain.
Nestlé develops high-yielding Arabica coffee variety
Using traditional breeding methods, Nestlé plant scientists and agronomists have developed Star 4, a novel high-yielding Arabica coffee variety.
Coffee capsule revolution in recycling-prone Belgium
In tiny Belgium, recycling isn’t just a slogan, it is an action performed by the country’s 12 million habitants! Belgian not-for-profit Fost Plus organises the collection and sorting of recycling, including coffee capsules.
Pack Expo 2024 to spotlight sustainability
With over 20 educational sessions at Sustainability Central, attendees can gain critical insights on various vital topics from experts at Amazon, Conagra, Clorox, Dow, Nestle, the Consumer Brands Association, Conagra, and other major industry players.