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SANA Launches Psychological Well being & Wellness Program for Girls Espresso Farmers
After a profitable pilot in Colombia, SANA is formally launching its integrative psychosocial program centered on psychological well being care and wellness, tailor-made for ladies espresso farmers throughout Latin America. In 2025, SANA goals to enroll 120 girls espresso farmers in Colombia into its signature program. Click on right here to study extra or make a donation to assist the initiative.
Chinese language Espresso Chain Luckin Espresso Enters U.S. Market
Early this month, fast-growing Chinese language espresso chain Luckin Espresso launched its first areas in the USA, opening two storefronts in New York Metropolis. Each shops are situated in Greenwich Village.
Investigation Reveals Labor Rights Violations and Unsafe Residing Situations on Colombian Espresso Farms
Brazilian nonprofit Repórter Brasil, with assist from Espresso Watch, has launched an investigative report exposing labor rights violations on licensed espresso farms all through Colombia. Visits to key producing areas Antioquia and Huila documented casual labor, extreme working hours, and unsafe dwelling situations missing primary infrastructure reminiscent of showers and correct air flow. Click on right here to learn the complete report.
The SCA Declares World of Espresso Brussels in 2026
The Specialty Espresso Affiliation (SCA) has introduced that its 2026 World of Espresso Europe occasion will probably be held in Brussels, Belgium. The commerce present will happen June 25-27, 2026, on the Brussels Expo Middle.
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