Transformation in the industry means fair working conditions in producing countries, climate-friendly transport and resource-saving processing, whether in roasting or drying.
The industry includes roasting companies that purchase and process green coffee, producers of flavored and seasonal herbal, fruit and spice tea blends as well as manufacturers that prepare spices for refining or further processing in the food industry, e.g. as seasonings or sauces, and further processing companies. Importers are assigned to the “food wholesale” industry and direct marketers are assigned to the “food retail” industry.