Starbucks plans to shut down or convert 80-90% of its mobile order-only stores by the end of 2026, prioritizing customer interactions. Illycaffé is launching a new roasting facility in Trieste, Italy, designed for sustainability and enhanced quality through AI technology. The ICO reported an 11.8% decrease in coffee prices in July due to economic uncertainties. Puerto Rico is facing critical challenges in coffee production due to labor shortages and previous hurricane damage. Blue Bottle Coffee workers have voted to unionize for better working conditions. Rising Star Coffee has closed following labor disputes over unsafe working environments.
Starbucks plans to convert or close 80-90% of its mobile order-only stores by the end of 2026, shifting focus from convenience to customer connections.
Illycaffé has selected Scolari Engineering to construct a new sustainable roasting facility in Trieste, integrating AI-driven systems for enhanced quality and energy efficiency.
The ICO reported an 11.8% decline in coffee prices in July 2025, influenced by global economic uncertainty and high U.S. import tariffs.
Puerto Rico's Agriculture Secretary raised alarms about the imminent extinction of the island's coffee production due to labor shortages and Hurricane Maria's lingering effects.
Blue Bottle Coffee workers voted to unionize, advocating for living wages, harassment protection, and democratic workplace practices, marking a significant labor movement.
Rising Star Coffee remains closed after employee protests and a labor dispute related to unsafe working conditions, leading to barista walkouts and firings.
Collection
[
|
...
]