Blog — rainforest alliance

Have you ever considered the environmental impact of the coffee you enjoy each morning? More than 150 million bags of coffee are produced worldwide each year, yet only a small percentage of that comes from environmentally conscious farms. Commercial coffee farming is responsible for a significant amount of environmental damage due to practices such as deforestation and the application of harmful pesticides, fertilizers, and other agricultural chemicals. Thankfully, many farmers now place a high priority on both producing quality coffee and protecting the environment. Bird Friendly® and Rainforest Alliance are two notable certifications that you can look for on coffee...