Sustainable Coffee
Is coffee a sustainable crop?
At 69 Specialty Coffee, we are committed to offering sustainable coffees. That is why we carry coffees that are sustainably grown. Our best-selling sustainable coffee variety is organic specialty coffee. The organic coffee bears the EU organic farming seal.
What is sustainable coffee and why is it important to choose it?
What is sustainable coffee?
Sustainable coffee is grown using practices that respect the environment, protect the soil, reduce the use of chemicals and ensure fair conditions for producers.
How is it different from conventional coffee?
Unlike conventional coffee, sustainable coffee prioritizes care for the ecosystem, avoids pesticides, conserves natural resources and promotes a positive social impact in coffee-growing communities.
Why is it important to choose sustainable coffee?
Choosing sustainable coffee helps reduce our environmental footprint, supports small-scale producers and contributes to the conservation of forests and biodiversity.
How is sustainable coffee grown?
It is grown using methods that protect the land, including responsible water use, soil conservation, shade growing and natural pest management.
What farming practices are used to reduce environmental impact?
These include regenerative agriculture, composting, reducing chemical fertilizers, reforestation, protecting water sources and responsibly managing coffee waste.
Does sustainable coffee help protect biodiversity?
Yes. By being grown in natural environments and avoiding deforestation, sustainable coffee preserves habitats for birds, insects and local species, helping to protect biodiversity.
What is shade-grown coffee and why is it more sustainable?
Shade-grown coffee is cultivated beneath native trees. This reduces erosion, improves soil fertility, conserves water and creates a healthy ecosystem, making it a more sustainable choice.
How does sustainable coffee help reduce deforestation?
Sustainable coffee is grown without clearing forests and promotes reforestation through agroforestry systems that combine coffee plants with native trees, avoiding aggressive agricultural expansion.
