Matthew Barry
Redefined prospects for Robusta
For decades now, Robusta has been thought of as low quality, stagnating its growth. Now industry eyes are gradually being opened to the opportunities of, what the Wall Street Journal called, ‘the underdog bean’. By Kathryn Brand
The NCA Convention returns with its first ‘in-person’ event in three years
The National Coffee Association (NCA) Annual Convention kicks off tonight in Tampa, Florida. The event, which runs through 11 March, is the first in-person NCA Convention since 2020.
CSR – consumers demand action, not aspiration
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has long been something brands/companies aspired to, but it was rarely inherent in their mission statements or business practices. Those days are gone as today’s consumers are demanding that companies ‘walk the walk’ and no longer ‘talk the talk’ when it comes to CRS.
The caffeine paradox: sleep, anxiety and the endless rise in caffeine consumption
Although consumers’ stress and anxiety levels remain high, their desire for caffeine has not waned. In fact, the demand for higher caffeine products is actually rising.
The pandemic spurs an ever-increasing demand for wellness teas
As consumers actively seek food and beverages that support their physical and mental wellbeing, from boosting immune systems, enhancing moods, sustaining energy, and reducing stress, the functional/wellness category will continue to experience strong growth. For the tea industry, this is an opportune moment on which to capitalise.
Drink [coffee] to your mental health!
Covid-19 has made consumers look for healthy ways to combat stress, anxiety and depression by way of food and beverage items, with functional coffees being one of the most popular. Coffee brands can appeal to new consumers while differentiating themselves in the increasingly competitive world of functional products.
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
The digital Tea & Coffee World Cup is fast approaching
I cannot believe that it is already August, but it is, which means that Tea & Coffee World Cup is only weeks away! Our first virtual conference debuts 8 September but registrants will have one month following the launch to view all the presentations. The digital Tea & Coffee World Cup (TCWC) will be a combination of lectures and skill-building classes, as well as a virtual exhibition hall.
Speakers announced for Tea & Coffee World Cup 2021
As previously announced, this year’s Tea & Coffee World Cup Exhibition & Symposium is digital and will feature a combination of presentations and skills classes, as well as a virtual exhibition hall.
Tea & Coffee World Cup 2021: Announcing Presenters
Our Tea & Coffee World Cup returns as a virtual show this year on 8 September, featuring a combination of presentations and skills classes, as well as a virtual exhibition hall. We are now excited to announce our list of presenters, all highly acclaimed within their fields.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Origins, Product news, Sustainability
US coffee sales remained steady in 2020, perking up in 2021
Good things are brewing for coffee in 2021, per the National Coffee Association’s (NCA) recent webinar, that is.
Covid-19 and its effect on consumer behaviour
It is June, and by now, many cities and countries around the world have “reopened” or have begun to lift restrictions. As life “after Covid-19” slowly resumes, many are wondering how people’s attitudes towards eating in restaurants, sitting in coffeehouses/cafés, and shopping have changed, and are these changes temporary or permanent. Not all changes though, are bad for business.
Drinking mindfully with coffee and tea
There has been a noticeable push into alcoholic drinks on the part of coffee and tea in recent years as some spirits companies are looking to better position their portfolios to align with the mindful drinking trend, while others are using coffee and tea to create interesting new flavour combinations. However, learning from the spirits industry does not necessarily have to mean making alcoholic products.
Time for a new wellness conversation
Promoting tea as a healthy beverage is still a strong message, but the wellness conversation needs to evolve to further present opportunities for growth. By Anne-Marie Hardie