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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Cocoa Powder Sector in Italy The Italian cocoa powder market in 2025 has become a hotbed of activity, transformation, and challenge. With policy reforms, unpredictable weather, volatile pricing, and shifting consumer habits, businesses in Italy are being forced to rethink how they operate in the cocoa supply…
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Introduction – Delving into Pakistan’s Reputation for Quality Green Coffee When most people think of coffee, countries like Brazil, Ethiopia, and Colombia come to mind. Pakistan? Not usually. But believe it or not, this South Asian country is starting to make a name for itself in the green coffee space. While Pakistan doesn’t have…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Beans Sector in Kenya Kenya’s beans sector is at a critical juncture this July 2025. Major developments — from government trade initiatives to volatile weather patterns — are reshaping the landscape for growers, exporters, and buyers alike. With beans being a key export crop for the country…

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Introduction – Exploring Ukraine’s Reputation for Quality Beans When it comes to high-quality beans, Ukraine is making a name for itself on the global stage. With its fertile black soil (chernozem), favorable climate conditions, and a long-standing agricultural tradition, the country is well-equipped to produce premium-grade beans that meet international standards. From soybeans to…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Coffee Beans Sector in Netherlands The Netherlands’ coffee market is brewing with change—literally and figuratively. 2025 has been a whirlwind year for the coffee beans sector, marked by skyrocketing arabica prices, new EU regulations, and evolving consumer tastes. Dutch cities are known for their deep-rooted coffee culture,…

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Introduction – Delving into Egypt’s Reputation for Quality Roasted Coffee Beans When you think of coffee-producing countries, Egypt probably isn’t the first that comes to mind. Traditionally, Egypt has been more of a coffee consumer than a producer, relying heavily on imports to fuel its national caffeine habit. The country drinks up around 70,000…