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What is specialty coffee.

What Is Specialty Coffee and Is It Really Sustainable?

What is specialty coffee, and what makes it different from regular brews? This is where specialty coffee comes from and how to make it sustainable. Read more


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Why Drink Fair Trade Coffee? Separating Fact From Fiction

There is a lot of misinformation about fair trade coffee, so let's differentiate truth from myth and check out a few great brands. Read more


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Fair Trade vs. Fairtrade: Why It’s Not the Same Thing

Equity, respect and transparency are at the heart of fair trade's definition. Here, we dive into what fair trade is, what it does, and the controversy surrounding it. Read more


How are cashews harvested?

A Deep Dive Into Cashews: How Sustainable Are These Popular Nuts?

How are cashews harvested? Are cashews sustainable? Are they ethical and are they healthy? Are cashews even a nut? Find out all you need to know about cashews by reading more. Read more


is sugar sustainable

A Deep Dive Into Sugar: Sustainability and Health Impact

Is sugar sustainable? Is sugar healthy or unhealthy, and is it vegan? Why are global authorities advising us to reduce our intake? What exactly is sugar anyway? Find out here. Read more


Palm oil sustainable

Is Palm Oil Sustainable? Deforestation & Environmental Impact

Is sustainable palm oil production possible? We’ll look into what palm oil is, how it’s used, and the social and environmental impact that it has. Read more


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Fair Trade Coffee: 9 Brands to Start Your Day

In recent years, fair trade coffee has been gracing our shelves in ever-increasing numbers. But what are the fair trade coffee brands worth paying attention to? Let's find out. Read more


is olive oil sustainable

A Deep Dive Into Olive Oil: Sustainability and Health Benefits

Olive oil has many uses and benefits. Due to the range of olive plantation types and agricultural methods used in production, the sustainability of olive oil is complicated. Read more