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Starbucks Japan Feeds Cows With Coffee Grounds
Japanese Starbucks turns used coffee grounds into high-quality milk via a Menicon-developed fermentation tech, now used in store beverages.
How China’s Specialty Coffee Is Evolving Through Competitions
Seventy-two Yunnan coffees competed in the 2nd Pu’er Green Coffee Competition; 18 scored 80+ points, with 1 champion, 1 runner-up, and 1 third place.
What’s the Outlook for Coffee Franchises in China?
China’s coffee consumption is low, but its potential is huge. Learn why coffee franchises like Cavana are expanding fast.
611 Yunnan Coffee Growers Certified Under 4C Standard
611 coffee farms and companies in Yunnan have passed the 4C audit, allowing them to sell certified sustainable coffee under global standards.
How E-Commerce Is Shaping Yunnan’s Specialty Coffee Brand
Yunnan is becoming China’s coffee brand hub via digital trade, backed by local firms and sustainable practices.
How Pu'er Coffee Built a Global Brand
Pu'er coffee became China’s largest producer by focusing on quality control, farmer training, and international certifications—here’s how it expanded to 32 export markets.
Seoul Has More Starbucks Stores Than Any Other City
Seoul leads the world with 284 Starbucks locations—more than NYC, Shanghai, or even Seattle. Here’s how Korea stacks up globally.
Starbucks Exits Australia After 14 Years
Starbucks sold its last 24 Australian stores to The Withers Group, ending 14 years of struggling to compete in Australia’s mature coffee market.
Third Fushan Cup Crowned Taiwan’s Li Mingru as World Champion Barista
Taiwan’s Li Mingru won the third Fushan Cup International Barista Championship, with Japan’s Osawa Naomi and Korea’s Kim Juyeon taking silver and bronze.
ICE Coffee Futures Drop on Technical Weakness, Brazil Drought Uncertainty
July ICE arabica futures fell 2.9% to $1.7235/lb on Monday due to technical selling and doubts over Brazilian drought crop impact.
World’s First Induction Coffee Machine Saves 80% Energy
The La Fenice is the world’s first induction-powered coffee machine, using 80% less energy while delivering precise temperature control and preset brew profiles.
Wolf 24-Inch Built-In Coffee System Now Available
Wolf Appliances' first-ever coffee machine is a high-end, built-in system for espresso, milk drinks, and tea—installed directly in your kitchen.
Can Hot Coffee Really Charge Your Phone?
A 2014 Kickstarter gadget used heat from hot coffee—or cold drinks—to generate phone-charging power via thermoelectric tech.
2014 Beijing Trade Fair Showcased Yunnan Coffee and Lao Specialty Beans
At the 2014 Beijing International Service Trade Fair, Yunnan coffee and Lao-grown beans were highlighted through China’s business-to-business e-commerce platforms.
How Far Is China From Becoming a Coffee Consumption Giant?
China's per capita coffee consumption is just 5 cups a year—far behind Japan’s 300—but growth is strong at 15–20% annually.
How Baoshan Is Boosting China’s Coffee Exports
Baoshan, Yunnan, increased coffee exports in 2012 with new business models and international partnerships. Learn how the region expanded its global reach.
Outdoor Clothes Made from Recycled Coffee Grounds
Timberland uses coffee waste and recycled plastic to create sustainable clothing with moisture-wicking and UV-shielding properties.
Yunnan’s First Coffee Climate Station Opens in Pu’er
Pu’er’s new coffee climate research station in Jiangxi Village aims to boost production resilience and optimize growing conditions for Yunnan Arabica.
Yunnan Coffee Prices Jump 86% Amid Global Shortage
Brazil’s drought has driven global arabica futures to 2-year highs, lifting Yunnan farmgate prices 86% and threatening retail coffee price hikes.
How China’s First Coffee Bank Launched in 2014
In 2014, China’s Citibank-equivalent, China Merchants Bank, partnered with Korean chain Caffebene to launch the country’s first coffee bank — merging banking with café culture.