SunOpta to expand Dream Oatmilk to 6,700 additional stores through large coffee chain partnership

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October 11, 2024

Barry Callebaut Unilever — The Barry Callebaut logo

ZURICH, Switzerland – Barry Callebaut today announced the launch of its Net Zero Roadmap, a pivotal step in the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability. The comprehensive roadmap outlines the company’s strategy to decarbonize its entire value chain, aligning with worldwide efforts to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius by setting mid-term targets for 2030 and achieve Net Zero by 2050.

Peter Feld, CEO of Barry Callebaut, stated: “At Barry Callebaut, we believe protecting our climate is not just a responsibility, but essential for the future of our business. We have been addressing climate change since 2016, and today, we are proud to launch our Net Zero Roadmap, a pivotal step in our sustainability journey. Now, we are ready to turn these ambitious plans into action, hand in hand with our customers.”

Barry Callebaut: A Strong Commitment to Sustainability

Protecting the environment through carbon reduction has always been a cornerstone of Barry Callebaut’s sustainability efforts. The company made a decisive commitment in 2016 to reduce its carbon footprint across all operations. Since then, Barry Callebaut has achieved significant milestones in its sustainability journey. In 2019, the company became the first to receive SustainCert certification for carbon removals from agroforestry, in line with its strategy of becoming forest positive by 2025.

Building on this foundation, in 2023 Barry Callebaut announced its commitment to reach Net Zero by 2050, with interim targets for 2030 aligned with the Paris Agreement. This commitment, outlined in a Net Zero Roadmap published today, demonstrates the company is moving forward with its decarbonization efforts to address the urgent challenges of climate change. These efforts underscore Barry Callebaut’s belief that sustainability is essential not only for the planet but also for the long-term success of its business, as it strives to make sustainable chocolate the norm.

Collaborative Efforts and Concise Planning

Developed with the support of environmental consultancy Quantis, the Net Zero Roadmap was shaped by the input of internal and external stakeholders and experts. The process involved multiple workshops, detailed modeling of action reduction potentials, and careful selection and revision of strategies. The targets of the final roadmap have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), including its new guidance for the Forest, Land and Agriculture (FLAG) sector. Consolidated across all three scopes, Barry Callebaut commits to reducing total emissions by 30% by 2030, compared to a 2022 base year, and to full Net Zero by 2050 latest. Following SBTi standards, Net Zero for Barry Callebaut translates to consolidated decarbonization of the value chain of at least 75% plus complete neutralization of residual emissions.

Focus on Levers with Most Impact

Greenhouse gas emissions within Barry Callebaut’s value chain, mainly linked to cocoa and dairy farming, are responsible for most of the company’s carbon footprint (see chart below1). Therefore, the roadmap identifies more than 30 reduction levers across five key areas with a strong focus on value chain emissions. Activities include accelerating the switch to renewable energy at Barry Callebaut’s production sites, utilizing biofuels and electric vehicles in transportation, engaging with suppliers, and implementing low-carbon agricultural practices such as agroforestry and other regenerative methods. These initiatives will drive the company’s efforts to meet its 2030 and 2050 targets.

A Call to Action in Partnership

Barry Callebaut recognizes that achieving these targets requires collaboration across the entire value chain. The company is working closely with its customers, suppliers, and partners to implement sustainable practices and share the responsibility of reducing emissions.

Brazil’s coffee exports were up by a third (+33%) in September to a new all time high of 4.46 mln bags

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October 10, 2024

The Cecafé logo

MILAN – Brazil ‘s coffee exports surged to new records last month, despite still facing considerable logistical difficulties: according to new data released by Cecafé, the Brazilian exports of all forms of coffee grew by a third (+33.3%) in September, reaching a volume of 4,464,126 bags, an all-time high for this month of the year. All export categories performed well.

Green coffee shipments registered a 33.8% increase to 4,105,630 bags. Arabica volumes amounted to 3,193,749 bags, up 31.9% and not far off 2020 levels.

Robusta exports jumped to 911,881 bags: 40.9% more than a year ago. Exports of processed coffee (mostly soluble) also did well, at 358,496 bags (+27.9%).

This brings total exports for the first 3 months of the 2024/24 crop year to 12,049,659 bags, up 19.7% on-year.

Exports of green coffee were up by 20.3% to just under 11 million bags, of which 8,229,535 bags (+12.9%) were Arabica and 2,760,566 bags (+49.6%) were Robusta. Foreign sales of processed coffee amounted to 1,059,558 bags (+13.3%).

In the first 9 months of the calendar year 2024, exports of all form of coffee from Brazil skyrocketed 36,428,348 bags, up 38.7% compared to the same period in 2023. Green coffee shipments soared to 33,433,737 bags, up 42.6%, of which 26,396,545 bags (26.6%) were Arabica.

There was an impressive increase in Robusta exports, which exceeded 7 million bags, compared with 2.6 million last year (+170.4%).

Finally, exports of processed coffee reached almost 3 million bags, an increase of 6.5%.

Exports grew strongly to all major destination countries, with the sole exception of Japan. Of particular note is the surge in shipments to Belgium (+131.46%).

This trend is reflected in the ranking of the ports of destination, which sees the Belgian port of Antwerp, the most important port of delivery for the Ice Arabica, in first place, followed by the German ports of Hamburg and Bremen.

Despite the significant volumes recorded, the president of Cecafé, Márcio Ferreira, said Brazil continues to face critical problems in logistics, which intensified in the second half of the year, with a lack of structure and space in Brazilian ports and a greater demand for containers for shipments, mainly of coffee, sugar and cotton.

“Unfortunately, there has been no change in the logistics scenario and we continue to face major and constant delays in export ships, gate openings with limited time, overcrowded port yards and cargo arriving from the field that cannot be dispatched, generating high extra costs for exporters,” he said in a statement.

BWT water+more sponsor at the SCAJ Show in Tokyo

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October 10, 2024

bwt scaj — BWT water+more at the SCAJ Coffee Show (image provided)

TOKYO – The SCAJ Coffee Show in Tokyo kicked off on October 9, the coffee event organized by the local chapter of SCA which sees all the main brands of coffee machines and equipment as exhibitors through their local importers. All the green coffee producers from the main origin countries are present with a direct stand, in particular all those who make high-level arabica which are known to be highly sought after in Japan.

BWT water+more at the SCAJ Coffee Show

BWT water+more shows itself for the first time in the important Japanese market with a direct presence, its own stand and above all the sponsorship of the competitions that will bring the Japanese champions of the various categories to compete in the next world championships which will be held in the various WOC’s in 2025 .

Japan is a market that is very attentive to quality and with a greater attention than many other markets, the search for the perfect water is a daily topic here; We must never forget that the oriental markets which recently see the coffee trend increase at a very fast pace, do so through filter extractions such as the V60, obtaining a coffee which is basically similar to a tea, and therefore very sensitive to the water used in the preparation phase.

BWT water+more is present in the South Hall 3 with the complete range of its filtration products until October 12.

Satinaki organizes its first online auction of top-quality coffees from the renowned Chanchamayo region, in Peru

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October 10, 2024

CHANCHAMAYO, Peru – Satinaki, a key player in the coffee industry, successfully organized its first online auction of top-quality coffees from the renowned Chanchamayo region in Peru. Known for producing award-winning coffees, Chanchamayo has consistently impressed at the Cup of Excellence competition, and this auction further solidifies its position on the global coffee stage.

The auction, held on Saturday, October 5, was conducted online, attracting international buyers, including well-known raw coffee traders such as List & Beisler, and roasters from Germany. With nearly a dozen participants, the event showcased the six finest coffee varieties from Chanchamayo, best coffees through a rigorous three-round tasting and evaluation process, with respected Q-graders, organized by Satinaki cooperative.

The unique qualities of Chanchamayo coffee

The coffees from Chanchamayo are celebrated not only for the region’s ideal growing conditions but also for the dedication and craftsmanship of the local farmers. Their meticulous attention to every step—from cultivation to fermentation—results in coffees that are flawless and uniquely aromatic.

During the auction, the highest bid reached 27 USD per Kilo, with the farmers receiving, on average, of several times the current market price. This was a monumental achievement for the farmers, bringing well-deserved recognition and transforming the region overnight. “The region has changed overnight. Word spread like wildfire, and we’ve already received requests from others wanting to meet the winners and learn from their success,” said a Satinaki representative.

This success is a great motivator for the entire region and therefore an important building block for the development of coffee cultivation.

Industry support and partnerships

The auction was supported by sponsors Green Coffee Importeuer Knauer & Knauer and the Coffee Roaster Murnauer Kaffeerösterei, who played a crucial role in making this event a success. Satinaki not only organized the auction but also established connections with local farmers, ensuring their coffee was properly evaluated and showcased to the world.

Future auctions and long-term goals

Following the success of this auction, Satinaki has already begun planning next year’s event. The goal of these auctions is to give local farmers a face on the global market and allow them to be recognized for the exceptional quality of coffee they produce. “We aim to empower the farmers, elevating their position in the global coffee industry and ensuring they are justly rewarded for their hard work,” a Satinaki spokesperson explained.

With the first auction completed, the international coffee community eagerly awaits the next opportunity to bid on the best coffees from Chanchamayo, as Satinaki continues its mission to highlight the region’s exceptional coffee and the farmers behind it.

Arvid Nordquist named Sweden’s strongest coffee brand by the Evimetrix Sweden Brand Awards for the 5th year in a row

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October 10, 2024

STOCKHOLM – This is the fifth year in a row that Arvid Nordquist has been named Sweden’s strongest coffee brand by the Evimetrix Sweden Brand Awards. The accolade reflects consumer perception. It is based on a consumer survey conducted by Evimetrix where approximately 4500 consumers comment on 400 brands in 34 categories.

“Arvid Nordquist coffee continues to be Sweden’s strongest coffee brand. This is evident from Evimetrix’s Swedish Brand Award survey, in which about 1,000 consumers were asked to comment on 11 brands in the coffee category. We can only congratulate Arvid Nordquist on their consistent and evidently successful communication strategy” says Peter Wissing, responsible for the survey at Evimetrix.

Arvid Nordquist Coffee Roastery now ranks 7 on the overall list of Swedish brands including global brand such as IKEA and Spotify. A result testament to the importance of coffee for the Swedish consumer as well as to the strength of the Arvid Nordquist brand.

“Today we are extra happy and proud! The fact that more and more consumers know and appreciate our coffee and brand gives us lots of energy to continue developing our work with taste, quality, sustainability and communication. Thank you to all consumers and to all the fantastic colleagues contributing to the success,” says Jenny Nilsson, Marketing Director Coffee & Tea at Arvid Nordquist.

“Brand strength, which forms the basis for the Evimetrix Swedish Brand Award, is based on the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) as well as brand awareness. By balancing these two metrics, it is possible to compare different brands regardless of size. It delivers a fair result reflecting the extend to which consumers like a brand but also how well they know it” Peter continues.

About Arvid Nordquist

Arvid Nordquist is a family company founded in Stockholm in 1884. Arvid Nordquist is Swedens’ no 1 retail coffee brand. Their coffee is 100% Arabica, 100% sustainable certified, and 100% carbon off-set. They roast coffee on 100% renewable energy and use 100% ISCC certified renewable packaging material. They are committed to reducing our GHG emissions in line with the Paris agreement. Where they cannot reduce, they carbon off-set by supporting forest conservation projects in coffee growing countries.

Keurig revolutionizes the shopping experience in Walmart stores in Canada with a new chatbot based on generative AI

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October 10, 2024

MONTRÉAL, Québec, Canada – Keurig, Canada’s leader in single serve coffee makers¹, today announces the launch of a revolutionary pilot project in collaboration with Walmart, aimed at transforming the in-store shopping experience through the introduction of a new chatbot based on generative AI.

This chatbot is a Keurig virtual assistant capable of instantly answering customers’ questions and guiding them to the coffee maker perfectly suited to their needs and preferences. Multilingual and passionate about coffee, this virtual expert is designed to chat in several languages and share in-depth knowledge about the entire range of Keurig coffee makers available at Walmart. It can therefore help consumers understand the specific features of each model, choose the appropriate accessories, and discover the newest products.

Generative AI, at the heart of this innovation, goes beyond simple pre-programmed responses by generating dynamic, personalized interactions. This technology analyzes complex data to create tailored recommendations in real time, adjusted to the unique preferences of each consumer. By providing relevant, contextual responses, generative AI ensures an unparalleled shopping experience, with unrivalled accuracy and unprecedented personalized support.

In collaboration with the Walmart Merchant, Michael Ramsukh, consumers will be able to access this service by scanning the QR code located on the Keurig coffee maker shelves with their smartphones during their visits to the five Walmart stores participating in the pilot project: in Scarborough, Mississauga, and Oakville in Ontario, at the Marché Central store in Montréal, and at Deerfoot Meadow in Calgary. This scan will connect them directly to the chatbot, which will provide personalized recommendations throughout their shopping journey.

At a time when 67% of consumers use their smartphones to interact with chatbots when searching for products,² this tool from Keurig responds to today’s in-store service challenges. Given post-COVID downsizing and labour shortages, the chatbot aims to offer instant, personalized support, enriching the customer experience and strengthening consumer loyalty.

“By integrating generative AI into our new sales assistance system, we’re redefining the way consumers interact with our products in-store. This cutting-edge technology enables us to offer personalized, accurate advice in real time, meeting today’s customer service challenges while enhancing the shopping experience,” says Robert Gosselin, Director of E-Commerce & Digital Experience at Keurig Dr Pepper Canada. “We are proud to collaborate with Walmart to introduce this innovation that simplifies the choice of our coffee makers and improves customer satisfaction.”

The pilot project will run from September 1st, 2024 to December 1st, 2024 and aims to gather feedback from users in order to refine the chat bot’s functionality. The next phase of the project will be a large-scale rollout across all Walmart stores in Canada.

[1] 67% market share L52 NPD data
[2]Retail technology and the new consumer decision journey | PwC Canada

illycaffè promotes inclusion through the new illy Art Collection at Frieze London

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October 10, 2024

LONDON – illycaffè, the global coffee brand renowned for its sustainable quality and its unique connection to the world of contemporary art, continues its collaboration with Frieze London as the official global coffee partner. This year, illycaffè has chosen to highlight the importance of human rights through the language of contemporary art, showcasing the stories of four artists.

Each artist has used the illy cup as a canvas to reflect on pressing cultural, environmental, and social issues, sharing their experiences as women from diverse geographical and social backgrounds.

These artists are Simone Fattal from Syria, Shirin Neshat from Iran, Monica Bonvicini from Italy, and Binta Diaw, a Milanese artist of Senegalese origin. Together, they have created the latest illy Art Collection, which is being presented at Frieze London.

The illy Art Collection’s creative motif also adorns the illycaffè lounge at Frieze London, a space where the beauty of art and the excellence of illy’s unique coffee blend – of which it selects only 1% of the best Arabica beans – come together.

This lounge offers an experience that combines ethics, taste, science, and creativity. Exhibitors and visitors can enjoy the unique illy blend in the illy lounge and throughout the fair’s bars.

“We are delighted to partner with Frieze London, the prestigious international contemporary art fair, to promote an important message of inclusion. At illycaffè, we believe art is a privileged medium that blends coffee culture with aesthetic and social values, serving as a powerful tool to raise awareness and inspire change. This year, our collection of cups tells the stories of artists who, with their unique styles, invite us to reflect on the condition of women worldwide,” commented Cristina Scocchia, CEO of illycaffè.

The illy Art Collection by the four artists will be available in sets of 2 and 4 cups for both espresso and cappuccino starting October 2024. These will be sold on the illy e-shop, in select international museums, illy Caffè and illy Shop locations, large-scale retail distribution channels, and various e- commerce platforms.

About illycaffè

illycaffè is an Italian family-owned company, founded in Trieste in 1933 which has always set itself the mission of offering the best coffee to the world. It produces a unique 100% Arabica blend composed of 9 different ingredients.

The company selects only 1% of the best Arabica beans. Every day more than 8 million cups of illy coffee are served in over 140 countries around the globe, in the cafés, restaurants and hotels, in single-brand cafés and shops, at home and in the office, in which the company is present through subsidiaries and distributors.

Since its foundation, illycaffè has oriented its strategies towards a sustainable business model, commitment that it strengthened in 2019 by adopting the status of Benefit Company and in 2021 becoming the first Italian coffee company to obtain the international B Corp certification.

Everything that is “made in illy” is about beauty and art, the founding principles of the brand, starting from its logo, designed by artist James Rosenquist, up to illy Art Collection cups, decorated by over 130 international artists, or coffee machines designed by internationally renowned designers.

With the aim of spreading the culture of quality to growers, baristas and coffee lovers, the company has developed its Università del Caffè which today holds courses in 23 countries around the world. In 2023, the company had a turnover of €595,1 million. The illy single-brand network has 159 points of sale in 30 countries.

Stepless grinder Olentia launches on Indiegogo

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October 10, 2024

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/grind-with-olentia-your-brewing-partner/reft/37963322/starget-press

NEW YORK, NY, USA – NADO US INC, a leading developer of coffee grinders, is launching the Olentia 63mm conical burr grinder on the global crowdfunding platform Indiegogo. Olentia is designed to provide an optimal grinding solution for expert-level home baristas. Equipped with a 63mm conical burr, it was chosen for its ability to deliver the best balance and flavor in coffee.

The conical burr, precision-machined from stainless steel 420, offers excellent corrosion resistance, easy maintenance, and precise grinding performance.

To cater to the growing trend among home coffee enthusiasts for light roast bean grinding, Olentia features a powerful BLDC motor that optimizes the grinder’s internal structure, motor torque, and usage.

The custom-developed high-efficiency BLDC motor is quiet enough for use early in the morning or late at night. The motor supports 900-1700 RPM with 100 RPM increments, allowing precise adjustment based on bean type and desired coffee flavor.

With a focus on “ease of use,” Olentia is designed for simple disassembly, cleaning, zero-point adjustment, and intuitive operation. The grinder incorporates anti-static technology to prevent coffee grounds from scattering, keeping your coffee table clean. Additionally, Olentia comes with over ten essential accessories, providing a complete grinding experience without the need for additional purchases.

Detailed information and purchasing options for the Olentia grinder will be available on the Indiegogo website starting October, 8th 2024.

Coffee Makers Co launches in the UK as a supplier of premium coffee machines

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October 10, 2024