As part of their commitment to sustainable coffee, Lidl, together with the UTZ program and CARE has launched ‘Project Guatemala’. The project aims at climate change resilience and gender inclusiveness in a coffee cooperative of 92 women-led small coffee farms, as well as improved coffee production, resulting in higher profits.
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‘Project Guatemala’: how Lidl empowers women and addresses climate change in coffee farming
As part of their commitment to sustainable coffee, Lidl, together with the UTZ program and CARE has launched ‘Project Guatemala’. The project aims at climate change resilience and gender inclusiveness in a coffee cooperative of 92 women-led small coffee farms, as well as improved coffee production, resulting in higher profits.
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Josep Novell from Cafés Novell: “The consumer buys coffee because of its quality. If it’s certified, that’s a bonus.”
Josep Novell is CEO of Cafés Novell, a Spanish coffee roaster renowned for innovation. In 2002 the company became Spain’s first UTZ certified brand. We sat down with Josep to chat about the transition and lessons learned. “It’s difficult to explain the topic, but we have an opportunity to differentiate ourselves here in Spain.”
An auspicious beginning
January 2018 marks an auspicious beginning for the Rainforest Alliance and UTZ, which have just formally merged into a new organization. Han de Groot, the CEO of the new Rainforest Alliance and the former executive director of UTZ, reflects on the shared vision that brought the two organizations together.
Trust is down, expectations are up: why there is a great opportunity for you
Trust is down. Expectations are up. According to a recent global study by BBMG and GlobeScan, for the first time since 2009, more consumers say they have punished companies for their behavior rather than rewarded them.
“This is just the beginning.” Celebrating 15 years of UTZ
“15 years ago, it was an inspiration for us to go through difficult times and see the light at the end of the tunnel. UTZ made us stronger, and connected to the world. Now it’s a critical mass that’s taking over, and it’s inspirational.” Reflections of the first UTZ coffee farmer in Colombia as we celebrate 15 years of UTZ.
Voices from the Field
Giving women opportunities to succeed in Peru and Ecuador
Meet Patricia Quijandría Díaz, country rep for Peru and Ecuador. We caught up with Patricia to chat coffee, cocoa and gender equality.
[Infographic] People, planet, profit – an easy way to communicate the benefits of sustainable sourcing
People, planet, profit – the 3Ps are a great way to explain the benefits of sustainable sourcing. We’re making things even easier for you with an infographic that summarizes the impact of the UTZ program.
5 burning questions about the UTZ- Rainforest Alliance merger
Early June 2017 UTZ and the Rainforest Alliance announced to merge. One stronger organization to maximize impact around the world. What does this mean for your business? We can imagine you have plenty of questions you want to ask. Here are the answers to 5 burning questions.
UTZ and the Rainforest Alliance announce merger
UTZ and the Rainforest Alliance have announced their intention to merge. As a truly global organization, we will have a greater reach and stronger voice, creating even more impact for farmers, communities, and our planet. And a greater ability to provide you with better services and solutions to your challenges.
People, planet profit – how to summarize the impact of sustainable sourcing
Ever needed to summarize the impact of your sustainable sourcing strategy or why you’ve chosen to work with the UTZ program? Make it as simple as People, Planet, Profit.