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Blockchain Benefits Coffee Farmers

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 17:40:56 GMT

The high-tech innovation transforms how coffee goes from farm to cup—and ensures growers unprecedented supply chain transparency.

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Recreating Holiday Cheer

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 23:37:07 GMT

How Café Owners Are Seizing on Seasonal Trends in Light of COVID-19

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Raíces: The Erasure of Afro-Latinos in Coffee

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 18:36:23 GMT

Despite the prevalence of Afro-Latinos in the Western Hemisphere, their stories, particularly in coffee, have gone largely ignored. It’s essential that we take a moment to celebrate and acknowledge the contributions of Afro-Latinos in the industry because without them, coffee would not exist as we know it today.

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The Myth of Congolese Coffee

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 15:13:40 GMT

Congolese coffee has historically been absent from most coffee roasters’ menus and importers’ offering sheets, but may soon become a go-to in America because of its unique versatility as a single origin and blend component.

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Fresh Cup Farewell

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 14:41:43 GMT

To our incredible readers, During unsettling times, it is more important than ever to lift each other up and be supportive of one another. The Fresh Cup staff wants to express how grateful we have been for all of you these past 28 years. It is with heavy hearts that we announce we are suspending our operations. … Continue reading Fresh Cup Farewell →

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Coffee Fest To Go

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 20:04:06 GMT

Coffee Fest is hosting a second session of Coffee Fest To Go, a virtual event on October 21 and October 22. This online event will bring together the U.S. specialty coffee industry with exhibitors, buyers, and educational webinars.

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In BLOOM

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 19:33:15 GMT

The Barista Guild is hosting Bloom, a virtual event across four locations: the United Kingdom, Germany, Mexico, and the United States.

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Introducing The Coffee Coalition for Racial Equity

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 19:27:33 GMT

The Coffee Coalition for Racial Equity (CCRE) is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to build greater racial diversity and equity in the U.S. coffee industry.

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Innovations in Roasting

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 19:13:29 GMT

Learn how roasting is evolving and what seasoned roasters are excited for in the future.

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Finca Sophia Coffee Earns Best of Panama 2020

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 15:56:01 GMT

This summer, Finca Sophia, co-owned by Boot Coffee and Equator Coffees, was named the winner of the world-renowned 2020 Panama Cup.

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Constant Change

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 15:42:06 GMT

Specialty Coffee Roasters & Retailers Shift Through Quarantine with Food Boxes, Big-Format Beverages

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Café Crawl: Providence, Rhode Island

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 15:02:35 GMT

Coffee may not be the first thing one tends to associate with Providence. Nevertheless, there are numerous places tucked all throughout where one can find a quality cup.

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Coffee People Zine Exclusively Features Black Creators

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 16:26:50 GMT

Coffee People Zine's 10th issue features work exclusively by Black artists in and around the coffee industry, including a hired Executive Editor, Korie Pickett (KP).

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Touchless Menus Are Here to Stay

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 16:01:27 GMT

Finding contactless touchpoints is essential for business owners who want to reduce possible sources of infection, and focus on keeping their customers safe and employees healthy.

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Getchusomegear & Seattle Coffee Gear Team Up

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:51:53 GMT

Seattle Coffee Gear is partnering with Getchusomegear to direct $50,000 toward marginalized communities.

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How to Find the Best Legal Help for Your Business

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:07:00 GMT

Learning about the legal landscape and selecting the right representation can not only help get your business up and running, it can also help prevent legal troubles in the future.

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New Cafe for Blip Roasters

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 14:42:53 GMT

Blip Roasters in Kansas City, Missouri, opened a new café and roasting space in the West Bottoms neighborhood.

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Glitter Cat Presents Digital Competition for Fall 2020

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 14:26:04 GMT

Photo from previous event courtesy of Glitter Cat Glitter Cat, the competition training program for marginalized coffee professionals, announces DiGiTiTiON, a socially distanced digital competition in six categories. In the wake of an effectively cancelled 2021 U.S. Coffee Championships season, Glitter Cat will host a digital competition, or DiGiTiTiON, for BIPOC, LGBTQIAP+, womxn, and disabled … Continue reading Glitter Cat Presents Digital Competition for Fall 2020 →

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Why Oatly Is Making Headlines

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 14:17:49 GMT

Oatly is receiving pushback from customers after the company sold a 10% stake in July to private equity firm, Blackstone Group, to fund their international expansion.

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A Collaborative Tea Blend from Two Portland Companies

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 21:02:07 GMT

How two companies came together to create a tea blend for these restless times

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