I just read the "
4 Foods That Are Eating the World's Forests" article as part of the Land Use challenge, and was so sad to see that coffee is #2. I can't get through the day without my 2-3 cups! I purchase coffee in my own bag from a local coffee roaster, so I do get my coffee plastic free, local, and certified organic, but unfortunately their website does not mention shade-grown or Rainforest Alliance Certified. When making choices for our earth, I know that there are unfortunately always pros and cons. We do not live in a perfect society.
I did just run a search for "shade" on another local coffee shop's website and the description of one of their coffees indicates it is "bird and eco-friendly. The plantation employs a medium density shade strategy, using two types of shade trees." Perhaps I'll try this new coffee option, although they do not offer the ability to purchase in my own bag. Again, pros and cons...