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- 1Starbucks closures sweep locations across the US●Starbucks store closures: See a list of locations that have shuttered across the country in latest coffeehouse cull http
Starbucks is shutting down stores across the United States, and a published list is tracking which locations have already closed. The coffee chain's latest round of closures, reported for 2026, is drawing attention as customers check whether their local branch is affected as the company continues to trim its footprint.
- 2Paulig backs biochar startup Cotierra in €2.6M round▼Coffee giant Paulig backs biochar startup Cotierra in €2.6M round
Finnish coffee company Paulig has invested in Cotierra, a biochar startup, as part of a €2.6 million funding round. Biochar, a carbon-rich material made from organic waste, is attracting food and beverage companies seeking to cut supply-chain emissions. The deal signals growing corporate interest in carbon removal and agricultural waste technologies across Europe.
- 3Starbucks Chile Fires Union Leader, Union Seeks Global Support●Starbucks Chile Fired a Union Leader — Workers Need an International Response
A union leader at Starbucks in Chile has been dismissed, and labor supporters are calling for an international response to the firing. The case is being framed as retaliation against union organizing at the coffee chain's Chilean operations, with advocates urging pressure on the company beyond Chile. Starbucks has faced repeated labor disputes in multiple countries over wages, conditions and union rights.
- 4Juan Valdez Expands Canadian Retail Presence to Over 400 Locations▼Juan Valdez Expands Canadian Retail Presence to More Than 400 Locations
Colombian coffee brand Juan Valdez has grown its retail footprint in Canada to more than 400 locations, according to Colombia One. The expansion marks a significant step for the company's international growth strategy, extending the reach of one of Colombia's most recognizable coffee brands in the North American market.
- 5Portland's Heretic Coffee Pulls Out of Gaza Shop Project▼Portland’s Heretic Coffee Pulls Out of Gaza Shop Project
Heretic Coffee, a Portland coffee roaster, has withdrawn from a planned project to open a coffee shop in Gaza. The company's decision ends its involvement in the initiative, which had aimed to establish a cafe in the Palestinian territory. Details on the reasons for the withdrawal or the project's partners have not been widely reported, and reaction to the move remains limited so far.
- 6Bay Area Coffee Company Builds Climate-Resilient Business▼How A Bay Area Coffee Company Is Building A Climate-Resilient Business
A coffee company in the San Francisco Bay Area is being highlighted for how it is adapting its business to withstand climate change. The piece outlines steps the company is taking to secure its supply chain and operations against climate-related risks. The story reflects growing interest in how small food and beverage businesses respond to climate pressures, though few further details are available beyond the headline.
- 7L.L.Bean and Dunkin' launch fall merchandise collaboration▼L.L.Bean teams with Dunkin' on fall merchandise
Outdoor retailer L.L.Bean has partnered with coffee chain Dunkin' on a new fall merchandise collection. The collaboration brings together two New England brands known for their loyal followings, and covers seasonal products timed to autumn. Retail industry watchers see these unexpected brand pairings as a way to generate buzz and reach each other's customer bases during the busy fall shopping season.
- 8Coulée Coffee's Plastic-Free Pour-Over Brewer Lands at Target●Coulée Coffee Enters Physical Retail with Debut of SWIRL™ Mini, a Plastic-Free Automated Pour-Over Brewer, at Target
Coulée Coffee has entered physical retail with the launch of its SWIRL Mini, a plastic-free automated pour-over brewer, now available at Target. The move marks the company's first major brick-and-mortar distribution, putting its sustainable coffee-brewing device in front of a mainstream national audience. Coverage from regional outlets highlights the plastic-free design as the product's key selling point amid growing consumer interest in reducing plastic in kitchen appliances.
- 9EU Deforestation Regulation draws attention in Japan●https://www. walknews.com/1392780/ EUDR（EU森林破壊防止規則） | 環境用語集 | 環境ビジネスオンライン # EU # Europe # EuropeNews # EuropeanUnion # ヨ
The EU Deforestation Regulation, known as EUDR, is the subject of an explainer published in a Japanese environmental business glossary. The rule bans products linked to deforestation from being sold in the European Union. Japanese companies and environmental observers are being briefed on what the regulation covers and how it may affect supply chains for commodities like timber, coffee and palm oil.
- 10Marine veteran's coffee business gives back to fellow veterans●Marine veteran's coffee business gives back to those who served
A Marine veteran is running a coffee business that gives back to those who have served in the military. The story, reported by WBAY, highlights how the company supports the veteran community through its work. The report has drawn attention for its focus on veteran entrepreneurship and charitable giving.