MEASURING IMPACT OF COFFEE: A new scientific review offers recommendations on how to measure the environmental impact of coffee – with the hope of also standardizing how this is done in the future.
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SCARCITY TO ABUNDANCE: Ethiopian project reflects on four years work. Findings suggest regenerative agriculture acts as a catalyst for invigorating the rural economy & offering livelihood opportunities, particularly for the youth & women. ow.ly/PvKW50RePyy

SIGNIFICANCE OF SHADE: Study finds that by increasing canopy cover by 30%, coffee farms become thriving ecosystems. This rich biodiversity not only enhances natural pest control but improves soil quality, ultimately leading to higher-quality coffee yield. ow.ly/I7Sb50QUilh

HYPER-PREDICTIVE SUPPLY CHAINS: GenAI has the potential to significantly improve supply chain efficiency. With it, companies can understand the conditions captured in data and use it to analyze data sets, predict demand, and optimize routes for delivery.

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NATURE IS STAGING A COMEBACK: UN recognises 7 World restoration projects that are expected to restore nearly 40 million hectares of land & create around 500,000 jobs. These projects offer proof that it is possible to reverse ecosystem degradation at scale. ow.ly/l9J950QH1kp

SHADE COFFEE | CONSERVATION: Historically, biodiversity conservation has focused on protected areas like parks, but agricultural lands, which cover twice as much land, also offer opportunities for conservation. Shaded coffee farms is one such example. ow.ly/AuzE50QxLK5

SUSTAINABLE FROST PROTECTION: World’s first frost protection tool for plants made of naturally occurring micro-organisms & protective proteins provides an up to 95% cost savings / acre without emitting greenhouse gasses or using large quantities of water. ow.ly/rYzX50QrgPj

2024 FOOD | BEVERAGE TRENDS: 'Sustainability, trust and tighter supply chains' are in, as is nostalgia, iced coffee (up 37%), plant-based dairy, Cascara, small print, authenticity, prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics and fermentation. Sugar is out. ow.ly/vF8N50QoQIr

QUIET CLIMATE WINS IN 2023: This year has seen remarkable steps in tackling the climate crises. These positive milestones for the climate and nature might have gone under your radar till now. #HappyHolidays ow.ly/YmsU50Qk3vX

HARNESSING INVESTMENT: The global smart-farming market will reach over $33 billion by 2030. However, the benefits of technological advancements won't be realized unless capital flows reach the smallholder farmers who lie at the frontline of climate change. ow.ly/V9eg50QeVi5

INTERCROPPING WITH COFFEE / FOOD SECURITY: Colombian research develops biofortified bean varieties that can be intercropped with coffee to improve food security for farmers. The types have high iron & zinc content and are tolerant to drought & disease.

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LOW-WATER LEVELS IMPACTING SUPPLY CHAINS: Rivers are a key component of many supply chains. The Panama Canal recorded the driest period on record for October due to climate change. Canal authorities will restrict daily crossings from 39 to 18 ships by Feb. earth.org/panama-canal-a…

SUSTAINABLE RESTAURANT PRACTICES: Food waste contributes 6% – 8% of all greenhouse gas emissions. Advanced technology is revolutionising how restaurants can combat food waste and help them reduce their environmental footprint.
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DECLINE OF POLLINATORS: Tropical crops, including coffee, may be at risk due to the loss of insect pollinators, finds a new study. As insects decline due to the effects of climate change and land use, so too will the crops that rely on them as pollinators. ow.ly/2LNG50PX3Ao

YOUNGER TREES STORE MORE CARBON: New research finds that young & middle-aged forests (50 to 140 years old) play a dominant role in absorbing atmospheric carbon. Forests older than 140 years old were approximately carbon neutral. ow.ly/3HKc50PUZFQ

COFFEE PACKAGING FROM COFFEE GROUNDS? New research has produced a plastic alternative that biodegrades in 45 days, blocks UV and displays antioxidant properties, all produced from coffee grounds. ow.ly/XblR50POXsC

COFFEE REVOLUTIONARIES: These farmers produce coffee in harmony with the rainforest using thousands of years of sustainable living methods while protecting biodiversity. They're not just farmers; they're guardians of the rainforest. ow.ly/IoWl50PKrSR

DECARBONISING SHIPPING: The first cargo ship to be retrofitted with two 'WindWings' is on its maiden voyage. The industry is tasked with reducing CO2 emissions by 40% by 2030. This ship saves 1.5 tonnes of fuel & 4.7 tonnes of CO2 per day using wind power. ow.ly/aG6r50PFMMN

'TAKE-MAKE-WASTE': A global circular economy could meet our needs with only 70% of the materials presently used. It offers a potential route to achieving zero waste, reversing environmental harm & increasing the sustainability of products & supply chains. ow.ly/EszC50PyATJ

TWO-WAY TRANSPARENCY: Emerging technologies are helping small farmers overcome traceability issues that stem from new international regulatory frameworks. “Supply chain technology with track-and-trace functionality... will be a game changer in Africa...” ow.ly/R3E650PrC5Q