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Coffee News Recap, 13 Jun: Gesha scores 98 points at 2025 BoP, potential IPO for Pret A Manger & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Hacienda La Esmeralda won all three main categories, a first for the competition, and achieved record-breaking scores of 97 and 98 points for its natural and washed Geshas, respectively. With scores of 97 and 98 points, we may see a new world record for coffee prices in just a few months. The BoP auction will take place on 6 August.

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Coffee News Recap, 20 Jun: NCA report says specialty coffee consumption is at 14‑year peak, Vietnam robusta exports hit record high & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Strong demand from the EU and US markets has driven this growth, despite persistent logistical bottlenecks and global supply shortages. Editor’s note Specialty coffee consumption in the US has reached a 14‑year high. On the production front, Vietnam’s robusta exports have surged to unprecedented levels.

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Coffee News Recap, 27 Jun:  WoC Geneva hosts four World Coffee Championships, Starbucks denies complete sale of China division & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Earlier this week, Starbucks denied reports that it’s seeking a full sale of its China operations. The coffee chain started a formal sales process for its China division in May 2025, which CEO Brian Niccol claims has attracted strong investor interest. The sale comes off the back of Starbucks’ continued market struggles in China.

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New-Wave Bakeries Are on the Rise in Puerto Rico

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With the industrialization of food production in the 1940s and ’50s, Puerto Ricans began consuming more processed foods alongside other U.S. With the industrialization of food production in the 1940s and ’50s, Puerto Ricans began consuming more processed foods alongside other U.S.

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The Downfall of a Restaurant: A Leadership Deficit

Embrace the Suck

Participate in workshops, peruse literature, and mingle with successful figures in your sector. They are the epicenters of culture, conviviality, and creativity. They are where we gather to celebrate life’s milestones, discover new flavors, and connect with our communities. Restaurant Excellence Guideline #5: Clarify your expectations.

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Coffee News Recap, 23 Sep: Kenya reports 39% year-on-year increase in coffee earnings, on-the-go coffee consumption making a comeback & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

The improved performance has been attributed to a global supply shortage and increased volumes. The panel discussion is set to be held at Axil Coffee Roasters on 28 September and will be accompanied by coffee, food, and a raffle. “Colombia, Land of Diversity” auction scheduled for 1 October in Neiva, Huila.

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Coffee News Recap, 4 Nov: PRF to return to Colombia in 2023, more than a third of UK hospitality businesses at risk of closure due to rising costs & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

The survey found that that 35% of respondents were expecting to be operating at a loss or face closure by the end of the year, with 96% of businesses also experiencing higher energy costs and 93% facing food price inflation. UKHospitality survey finds more than a third of UK hospitality businesses at risk of closure due to rising costs.

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