Overview of Sustainable Coffee

by Russell Greenberg

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“This paper is an attempt to provide a more concrete vision of what we mean by sustainable coffee. It is based on the discussions of a criteria working group at the First Sustainable Coffee Congress. I first outline definitions, guiding principles, and more specific areas of concern. I then discuss some suggested guidelines and criteria. I have included a brief comparison of the guidelines developed to those in systems that exist or in the planning phase. This paper is meant to be a starting point for debate. The opinions expressed here are my own, although they are based upon the work and discussion of the working group...”

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