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Nestlé Yunnan Coffee Wins 2012 Global Development Award
Nestlé’s Yunnan coffee initiative won one of 11 global awards in 2012, honouring its long-term support for sustainable coffee farming in China.
How Simao District Became a Key Coffee Hub in Yunnan
Explore how Simao District in Yunnan turned coffee into a pillar industry, overcoming early setbacks and building a strong foundation.
Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Now Available in Hainan
Hainan officially welcomed certified Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee, a rare single origin with global acclaim, now available locally.
Yunnan Coffee’s Green Vision for 2020
By 2020, Yunnan aimed to produce 20,000 tons of coffee with a $340M industry value. Here’s how the region plans to grow from raw supplier to global player.
Yunnan Coffee Bean 'Glut' Is Not Real, Says Industry Body
Over 20,000 tonnes of Yunnan coffee beans remain unsold, but industry leaders insist this is not a true market glut — just delayed sales due to price expectations.
Yunnan Coffee Prices Collapse as Nestlé Pauses Buying
Yunnan coffee prices have fallen by nearly 50% since 2021, with 800+ tons unsold in one village and Nestlé halting purchases due to full warehouses.
Jamaica Blue Mountain Tasting in Xiamen 2012
Explore the rare Jamaica Blue Mountain No.1 and Peaberry at a 2012 tasting in Xiamen, featuring expert insights and a draw for a luxury trip.
Yunnan Pu'er Rainforest Coffee Begins Harvest
Pu'er’s 7,000-acre rainforest coffee estate has started its first harvest of the season, with forecast yields of over 14,000 tonnes.
Yunnan Coffee Harvest Begins, Aini Cuts Prices 22%
Yunnan’s first 2023 coffee harvest starts in late October. Aini Coffee slashes prices up to 22% on selected roasted and espresso blends.
How Yunnan Coffee Found Its Own Flavor
Yunnan coffee once lost its regional identity, but today premium Typica and other single-origin beans are reclaiming their unique taste.
Pu'er Coffee Scores Close to Blue Mountain
A Yunnan-grown coffee scored 81.5 by Starbucks' chief cupper, who said it could rival Jamaica Blue Mountain in a blind taste.
Efficient Drip Irrigation Boosts Yunnan Coffee Yield
A water-efficient irrigation project in Menglian, Yunnan increased coffee yields by 480,000kg across 800 acres, raising farmer income by 1,200 yuan per mu.
Why Yunnan Could Be the World’s Third Coffee Hub
Yunnan's unique location and global buyer interest may make it the world’s third-largest coffee raw material distribution hub after Hamburg and New York.
China’s Oldest Coffee Trees in Yunnan’s Zhu Kula
Discover Zhu Kula village in Yunnan, home to China’s oldest surviving coffee trees, some over a century old. These rare Typica trees are key to the nation’s coffee heritage.
The Origins of Yunnan Dehong Small Coffee Beans
Learn how Dehong’s small coffee beans originated in Ethiopia, were introduced to China in 1951, and became internationally recognised by the 1960s.
Yunnan Coffee Bean Prices Hit Five-Year Low
Yunnan coffee beans traded below 18 yuan/kg in late 2023, nearing the 15 yuan cost floor and risking grower exits.
Xincheng Farm: Yunnan’s Tropical Coffee Hub
Explore Xincheng Farm in Yunnan, China — a 4,500-acre tropical estate producing over 320 tonnes of coffee and other crops annually.
Starbucks Opens First Asian Coffee Farm Hub in Yunnan
Starbucks has launched its first Asian coffee farming support center in Pu'er, Yunnan, aiming for 1,500 China stores by 2015 and testing four new coffee varieties.
What’s Next for Yunnan’s Coffee Industry?
Despite record planting, Yunnan coffee faces low prices. Experts predict future supply shortages and urge branding and quality upgrades.
Third Mangshi International Coffee Festival Showcases Yunnan Growth
Over 60,000 Yunnan households benefit as the 3rd Mangshi coffee fest explores global trends and new cultivars with experts from Portugal and Thailand.