Multinationals strengthen their grip over the coffee industry as acquisitions continue across the board. Meanwhile, historic European coffee brands like Lavazza and Illy continue to chug along seemingly unperturbed. But what's the dynamic between the two?
As US supermarket coffee sales fall to below pre-pandemic levels, ecommerce retains a strong grip on the market. Coffee roasters must consider how to approach this new retail landscape.
Specialty coffee roasters are increasingly using blends not just to protect their bottom lines; but to meet the broader demand that's shaping the sector.
Starting next year, telecommunications and broadband internet provider BT will begin selling coffee machines under its mobile and retail division, EE. This in a bid to boost growth and relevance.
As a coffee roaster scales, it faces the challenge of appealing to both new and existing customers. In the process, they risk what makes them authentic.
Across the world, coffee shops have been forced to increase their prices. However, some have been able to communicate this to customers better than others.
Following the success of September’s event, Producer & Roaster Forum (PRF) will return next year on 7 & 8 March. The two-day forum will be held in Guatemala – where PRF took place in 2019.