A new coffee variety has been discovered by scientists working at Kew Gardens.
The hybrid plant is known as Coffea × libex. It combines characteristics from the Liberica and Excelsa coffee species.
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The National Ministry of Education approved six academic programs for the new Escuela Universitaria del Café in Huila, affiliated with Universidad Surcolombiana.
Specialty coffee competitions have seen a return to Gesha dominance after a period of experimentation with lesser-known varieties. Producers and roasters are now blending it with overlooked species like Liberica amid price volatility and climate pressures. This shift highlights renewed focus on resilience and commercial viability.
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Sprudge Coffee featured a new study by Dr. Christopher Hendon on determining coffee quality, alongside various industry updates. The publication covered topics from record-breaking desserts to legal challenges and new products. These stories reflect ongoing innovations and events in the coffee world.
World of Coffee Brussels is scheduled to run from 25 to 27 June 2026 at Brussels Expo in Belgium. The event will feature the 2026 World Brewers Cup, Coffee in Good Spirits, and Coffee Roasting Championships. More than 430 exhibitors are expected to attend.
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Younger consumers are moving away from black coffee in favor of flavored and customized drinks.