5th World Coffee Conference 2023 "Together, let's nurture a sustainable and thriving coffee industry for generations to come"

Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, called upon the coffee industry leaders and stakeholders, “Together, let’s nurture a sustainable and thriving coffee industry for generations to come

He said after inaugurating the 5th World Coffee Conference (WCC) 2023, on the theme, “Sustainability through circular economy and regenerative agriculture”.

Addressing the gathering the minister said “The theme of the conference emphasises the crucial importance of sustainability, waste reduction, and inclusivity in shaping a greener coffee future. As we gather in Bengaluru, a hub of flavour and innovation, I stand by four core principles: continuous innovation from farm to cup, promoting sustainability, fostering global collaborations, and maintaining top-quality standards throughout production, processing, and packaging.”

Organised by the International Coffee Organization (ICO) in collaboration with the Coffee Board of India; Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India; Government of Karnataka, and the Coffee Industry, the fourday 5th World Coffee Conference (WCC) 2023 commenced from September 25, 2023, at the iconic Bangalore Palace in Bengaluru.

Joe Kuli, Minister for Coffee from Papua New Guinea; Massimiliano Fabian, Chair of the International Coffee Council; Suresh Narayanan, Chairman & Managing Director, Nestle India Ltd.; Sunil D’Souza, CEO & MD, Tata Consumer Products;