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World Coffee Research launches US$1. 5 M genetic breeding project to transform global coffee production | Food Business Middle East & Africa - No. 1 Food & Beverage Formulation, Processing & Packaging Publication
10+ hour, 21+ min ago (456+ words) WCR unveils a $1. 5 million initiative using genetic tools and data-driven breeding to accelerate coffee variety development and improve disease resistance worldwide. Published June 20, 2026 GLOBAL " World Coffee Research (WCR) has announced a $1. 5 million USD project aimed at modernizing coffee breeding through…...
Tanzania targets Russian banana market with investment backing as Ecuador dominates imports | Food Business Middle East & Africa - No. 1 Food & Beverage Formulation, Processing & Packaging Publication
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (425+ words) According to the FAO, the country's banana harvest amounted to 3. 26 million tonnes in 2024. Published June 19, 2026 TANZANIA " Tanzania is strategically expanding its agricultural trade by targeting the Russian market for its banana industry, utilizing Russian financial investment and technical support to…...
Rwandan Tea leads Mombasa auction as Kenya faces rising unsold volumes | Food Business Middle East & Africa - No. 1 Food & Beverage Formulation, Processing & Packaging Publication
4+ day, 5+ hour ago (483+ words) Rwandan tea continues to lead prices at the Mombasa Tea Auction as Kenya faces rising unsold volumes amid export levy concerns and growing regional competition. Published June 16, 2026 KENYA "Rwandan tea has continued to command the highest prices at the Mombasa…...
JR Farms signs US$60 M coffee partnership with Liberia to revive sector | Food Business Middle East & Africa - No. 1 Food & Beverage Formulation, Processing & Packaging Publication
1+ week, 4+ day ago (404+ words) The 20-year agreement aims to develop 250, 000 hectares of coffee plantations and strengthen Liberia's position in the global coffee market. Published June 9, 2026 LIBERIA "Nigerianagro-development company JR Farms Group has signed a US$60 million, 20-year partnership agreement with the Government of Liberia…...
Luckin Coffee surpasses 35, 000 stores as non-coffee sales top US$2. 9 B | Food Business Middle East & Africa - No. 1 Food & Beverage Formulation, Processing & Packaging Publication
1+ week, 4+ day ago (436+ words) Luckin Coffee reports major growth milestone as non-coffee beverages surpass RMB 20 billion, supported by rapid global expansion and a store network exceeding 35, 000 outlets worldwide. Published June 9, 2026 CHINA "Luckin Coffee has reported that its non-coffee beverage sales have surpassed RMB 20 billion…...
China opens coffee market to 53 African countries under new import, zero-tariff trade policy | Food Business Middle East & Africa - No. 1 Food & Beverage Formulation, Processing & Packaging Publication
3+ week, 2+ day ago (549+ words) China will allow eligible coffee bean imports from 53 African countries starting July 2026, expanding market access and strengthening agricultural trade ties with the continent. Published May 28, 2026 AFRICA "China is set to allow eligible coffee beans from all 53 African countries with diplomatic…...
EFSA'issues'positive opinion on'Kerry's Acrylerase for acrylamide reduction in instant coffee' | Food Business Middle East & Africa - No. 1 Food & Beverage Formulation, Processing & Packaging Publication
4+ week, 2+ day ago (358+ words) Kerry's Acrylerase enzyme has received a positive EFSA scientific opinion, supporting its use in reducing acrylamide levels in instant coffee and coffee substitute products across Europe. Published May 21, 2026 EU " Kerry has announced that the European Food Safety Authority has issued…...
Lavazza launches Rainforest Alliance-certified regenerative coffee blend | Food Business Middle East & Africa - No. 1 Food & Beverage Formulation, Processing & Packaging Publication
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (486+ words) Published May 15, 2026 HONDURAS "Lavazza has launched La Reservade Tierra Selection, a new professional coffee blend positioned as the first sourced from farms certified under the Rainforest Alliance Regenerative Agriculture Standard, marking a significant step in the company's sustainability and global…...
Kenyan coffee farmers reap US$13. 5 M from direct export sales as premium specialty demand surges | Food Business Middle East & Africa - No. 1 Food & Beverage Formulation, Processing & Packaging Publication
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (387+ words) Kenyan coffee farmers secured premium global prices through direct export sales, with specialty buyers paying significantly above auction market rates for traceable high-quality coffee. Published May 13, 2026 KENYA "Kenyan coffee farmers and cooperatives recorded stronger earnings from direct coffee export sales…...
Lavazza'expands North America'footprint with New Los Angeles training center' | Food Business Middle East & Africa - No. 1 Food & Beverage Formulation, Processing & Packaging Publication
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (469+ words) Lavazza opens an advanced Los Angeles Training Center, boosting coffee education, innovation, and cultural engagement while expanding its North American presence and global training network. Published April 23, 2026 USA "Lavazza has opened its newly expanded Los Angeles Training Center, strengthening its…...