Balance Needed Between Scientific Probe and Right to Privacy, Says Supreme Court The specialty coffee industry's reputation as artisanal and high end is being threatened by controversy surrounding labor practices, environmental concerns, and social justice issues.
At the heart of this debate is the issue of coffee's dark side – not just its rich flavor, but also the exploitation of small scale farmers, ecosystem destruction, and perpetuation of inequality in the global supply chain.
A recent report by a leading sustainability organization exposed the gap between the industry's greenwashing efforts and the harsh realities faced by many coffee producers.