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Certifications and direct trade in the coffee industry

Perfect Daily Grind

There is also no specific “direct trade” certification for coffee – and as such, the definition of it can be used rather loosely in the coffee industry. To learn more about the relationship between direct trade and certifications in the coffee industry, I spoke with two coffee professionals who work with private certification initiatives.

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Sterling College’s School of the New American Farmstead Launches Four Professional Certificate Programs

Sante

The professional certificate programs build on the School of the New American Farmstead’s five-year history of providing nationally-acclaimed, week-long intensives focused on traditions and trends in food, farming and craft. ” Cheesemaking; Photo credit - Sterling College. Wildcrafted Food; Photo credit - Sterling College.

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The New Order: Five Important Focus Areas for Greener Operations

Modern Restaurant Management

Throughout the paused activity of 2020 and 2021, people everywhere were reminded of the delicate ecosystem that exists between individuals and their communities, as well as between people and their planet. Luckily, a commitment to more sustainable operations can coexist with healthy profits, and even growing margins.

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The Essential Handbook to Florida Restaurant Labor Laws

7 Shifts

Florida is a great place to operate restaurants thanks to its huge tourism draw and an influx of retirees with disposable income. Each employee must receive training and certification within 60 days of hire. Several state-approved private companies offer this training. Premier Food Safety’s Florida Food Handlers Card - $6.95

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-February 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

2020 State of the Restaurant Industry. The National Restaurant Association released its 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry Report which examines key factors impacting the restaurant industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends across segments from quickservice to fine dining.

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A LETTER TO CULINARY SCHOOL GRADUATES

Culinary Cues

First and foremost – congratulations on earning your degree or certificate. Know that the degree or certificate is more than an acknowledgement of the skills and knowledge that you have gained – it represents your level commitment and discipline that will serve you well. This is nearly 70% of all restaurant diners.

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WINE PARIS 2020 — THE SECOND ANNUAL TRADE EVENT IS POISED FOR INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS

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Event date: February 10, 2020 (All day). USA ranks #2 in attendance at Wine Paris 2020. New York, NY: From February 10-12, Wine Paris 2020 is set to welcome over 2,200 domestic and international exhibitors and 30,000 visitors to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The value of organic certifications in the global marketplace. -

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