March 2019

Coffee Quality Institute appoints new CEO

The United States-based Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) has announced it has appointed Dr Tina Yerkes as its new Chief Executive Officer.

“I am honoured and excited to have been chosen to lead CQI into its next phase. There is a great deal of passion in the CQI staff and board, and I am convinced we will grow programs and partnerships significantly over the next several years as we strive for greater impact on coffee quality and the farming communities who depend on this industry for their livelihoods,” Yerkes said.
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World Coffee Producers Forum declares need for action on coffee price

World Coffee Producers Forum organisers have released an official declaration calling for serious and immediate action to be taken on the historically low international coffee price.

Thirteen coffee producers’ groups, including the Federación Nacional de Cafeteros de Colombia (FNC), are listed on the declaration.
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Study finds thinking about coffee makes you more alert

According to a new University of Toronto (U of T) study, just being reminded of coffee can cause a person to become more alert and attentive.

“Coffee is one of the most popular beverages and a lot is known about its physical effects,” says Sam Maglio, co-author of the study, and Associate Professor in the Department of Management at U of T Scarborough and Rotman School of Management.
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International Women’s Coffee Alliance Australia hosts first Cup for Balance

The International Women’s Coffee Alliance (IWCA) Australia has partnered with The Little Marionette to host its first Cup for Balance tasting event on 11 April at 6pm.

The Cup for Balance facilitates local and global partnerships within the coffee supply chain, while also encouraging women in coffee to share, support and learn from each other.

The IWCA says its mission is to empower women in the international coffee community to achieve meaningful and sustainable lives, and to encourage and recognise the participation of women in all aspects of the coffee industry.

Tickets are $10 or free for members.

The Little Marionette is located at 26D Mansfield St in Rozelle, New South Wales.

For more information, visit www.iwcaaustralia.org

Image credit, Marinus Jansen from Padre Coffee