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Tips For Restaurants to Reduce Food Waste and Save Significant Money

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Approximately 45 percent of all fruits and vegetables , 35 percent of seafood, 30 percent of cereals, and 20 percent of meat and dairy products are wasted by suppliers, retailers, and consumers each year. Practice good stock control. Recycle and compost. Food takes up more space in US landfills than anything else.

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Can you run a zero-waste coffee shop?

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With more and more consumers focusing on sustainability in the coffee industry, the term “zero waste” has become somewhat of a buzzword over the past few years. Essentially, the concept of zero waste is based on the elimination of waste, mainly through reusing and recycling products, materials, and packaging.

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How to find sustainable specialty coffee shops and roasters

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Sustainability continues to be a pressing issue in the specialty coffee sector – and for good reason. However, from the perspective of the consumer, it’s not always easy to spot a truly sustainable coffee shop or roaster. Why is sustainability so important to consumers? This includes coffee shops and roasters.

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Coffee News Recap, 10 Jun: Arabica prices hit 3-month high after drought predicted in Brazil, Pergamino to host Barista Jam at PRF Colombia & other stories

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Peet’s Coffee achieves 100% responsibly sourced coffee certification. The certification was verified by third-party non-profit Enveritas. Korean National Barista Championships and Coffee in Good Spirits Championships held in Goyang. Certification body 4C hosts gender equity in coffee webinar. Mon, 6 Jun. Wed, 8 Jun.

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Restaurant cleanliness: Importance of cleaning & sanitation in food industry

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With an increased focus on consumer safety post-pandemic, many restaurant owners are exploring the use of innovative cleaning solutions. Personal hygiene Your restaurant employees are very important in preventing the spread of germs and bacteria, and that starts with good personal hygiene practices.

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Coffee News Recap, 1 Apr: Research finds coffee may increase life expectancy, ICO supports producer living wage programme & other stories

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The remaining 2020 US Cup Tasters Championships, US Coffee in Good Spirits, and US Roaster Championships will be held alongside the 2022 US Barista Championships, US Brewers Cup, and US Latte Art Championships at the event in Boston. The volunteers will travel to Ukraine and distribute donated goods and provide humanitarian assistance.

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Coffee News Recap, 25 Mar: World of Coffee 2022 moves to Milan, Nespresso files lawsuit against Peet’s & other stories

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Nespresso claims Peet’s capsules infringe trademark rights for its own capsule design, further claiming that Peet’s capsules cause confusion for consumers when distinguishing between Nespresso’s. The medium-roast Grind for Good Blend includes Ethiopian Yirgacheffe and Indian beans. Death Wish Coffee Co. Tue, 22 Mar.

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