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☕ Innovating for Coffee Sustainability and Impact – Koltiva at the World Coffee Innovation Summit 2024! At the summit hosted by the World Coffee Alliance, our team—Manfred Borer (CEO & Co-Founder), Fanny BUTLER (Head of Market - EMEA), and Valeria Gálvez (Customer Success Manager)—had an incredible opportunity to expand their knowledge and connections. They explored best practices, challenges in gathering data for compliance, how #EUDR drives deforestation-free supply chains, and much more!    This summit allowed us to connect with diverse stakeholders—from public sector representatives to cooperatives. As highlighted by Valeria Gálvez, a memorable interaction was engaging with #cooperatives from Uganda, who visited our booth seeking solutions to ensure #traceability from smallholders in Uganda and to promote Ugandan coffee worldwide. We took this opportunity to share that we have a #globalteam spanning #APAC, #EMEA, #LATAM, and the #AMERICAS, with our Ivory Coast team ready to collaborate and meet their needs.      At Koltiva, we are one step ahead with our holistic solutions. Our traceability platform, #KoltiTraceMIS, and our #KoltiSkills extension service, supported by Boots-on-the-Ground teams, ensure seamless #smallholder engagement, empowering producers and fostering sustainable #supplychains.      Aligning with the summit’s theme, “Redefining Shared Value: Innovation Towards a Net Positive Future,” we are committed to building a net-positive coffee future, one solution at a time! ☕ 

⏳ EUDR Proposed Delay? What Does This Mean for Latin American Supply Chains?  Recent Update: The European Council has agreed to support the Commission's proposal to postpone the implementation of the #EUDR by one year. The Council will now notify the European Parliament, which is expected to vote on the proposal during a plenary session on Nov 13-14. After the Parliament's vote, the Council will need to formally adopt the regulation—a mostly procedural step. This offers businesses in #LatinAmerica a unique opportunity to prepare and align with the regulation's stringent standards. Use this time wisely to:    📍 Coordinate supply chain actors by collecting essential field data—such as GPS coordinates, polygon mapping, and compliance metrics—to confirm your commodities are legally sourced and deforestation-free.    🔍 Identify risks early through proactive assessments, addressing vulnerabilities before enforcement begins.    📊 Standardize and verify your data to ensure smooth operations and uninterrupted compliance.    ...and if compliance still seems unclear, join our BeyondTraceability Talks "Steering Latin America's Businesses Toward EUDR Compliance" webinar for practical insights specific to Latin America's challenges.    Mark the date!  📅 November 6, 2024  ⌚ 10:00 - 11:30 (GMT-5)  🌐 Language: Spanish  ✅ Register: https://lnkd.in/gqkHWBQ2

🌊 How Can AI Drive Sustainability in Aquaculture Practices? 🌊 The #aquaculture industry reached a remarkable production level of 223.2 million tonnes in 2022, yet small-scale producers are grappling with daunting challenges—disease outbreaks, climate change, and market volatility. These issues threaten livelihoods and #sustainability. How can technology—especially AI, assist these smallholder producers in addressing these issues and promoting sustainable aquaculture, especially when they require targeted capacity building and training? At Koltiva, our commitment to advancing sustainable aquaculture means we’re not just addressing these challenges; we’re equipping producers with the tools they need for long-term success. Ready to explore how our AI-driven solutions can transform aquaculture practices? 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gemfwnPU  

🌱 Strengthening Cocoa Supply Chains with a Focus on Gender Equality and Sustainability! 🍫 Exciting news! Our subsidiary, PT Kudeungo Sugata Indonesia, has secured funding from the TRANSFORM (Unilever, FCDO & EY) BESTARI Challenge 2024—an initiative to foster sustainable and ethical #supplychains that empower producers and improve livelihoods. This funding will support initiatives aimed at improving producers' livelihoods and market accessibility, with a focus on empowering #women and youth through the following goals: 👩🌾 Goal 1: Promote more inclusive involvement of women and youth in the production and marketing of fermented #cocoa by utilizing the Gender Action Learning System (GALS) to actively engage these groups in cocoa production, supported by field training from our dedicated Boots-on-the-Ground. 🌱 Goal 2: Enhance resource efficiency and reduce carbon emissions resulting from cocoa production by providing regenerative agriculture and #agroforestry technical assistance and establishing demo plots to show best practices. 💰 Goal 3: Improve producers' livelihoods through engagement with carbon markets and creating new, commercially viable uses for cocoa waste to help reduce carbon emissions. As our Head of Sectors, Fahreza Hidayat, states, "By investing in smallholder producers, particularly women and youth, we are fostering economic growth and shaping a future where sustainable practices are the foundation of the industry. Our commitment to transforming agriculture into a low-carbon, inclusive model is at the heart of everything we do. This innovation within the cocoa industry is groundbreaking, and we are embracing the challenge because it will create lasting benefits for the communities we serve." 

🌏 From Vietnam with Expertise: Koltiva at GEFE 2024! Our Head of Market, Olivier Barents, and our Customer Success Lead, Nhung Tran (Lily), are proudly representing at the Green Economy Forum & Exhibition (GEFE) 2024, hosted by EuroCham Vietnam. This premier event brings together visionary leaders from Europe and Vietnam to drive #sustainability, innovation, and collaboration across industries. 🔍 Key Discussions: Our team is actively engaged in critical conversations, from circular economy models to renewable energy and regenerative farming, collaborating with both public and private sector leaders. One thing stands out, as quoted by Olivier: "You can't improve what you don't measure." This principle underscores our commitment to fostering data-driven decision-making in #sustainability efforts. At Koltiva, we empower businesses with data-driven transparency. 📊 We deliver actionable insights by making #supplychains fully transparent—tracking every crop's journey, financial flows, #GHG emissions, and more—so businesses can take meaningful action. 👋 Interested in learning more? Connect with Olivier at GEFE 2024, reach out to our Vietnam team, Lily, or visit our website for additional insights. 🌱

🌎 Latin America’s #agriculture powers global markets—but at a steep environmental cost. While exporting billions in #coffee, #cocoa, and #palmoil, the region accounts for 44% of global tropical forest loss (OurWorldInData, 2021). Can it strike a balance between growth and #sustainability? The European Union Deforestation-Free Regulation (#EUDR) aims to block deforestation-linked products from the EU market, making supply chain transparency essential for Latin American (#LATAM) exporters. Without compliance, exporters risk restricted access to EU markets, financial penalties, and damage to their reputations, potentially jeopardizing billions in export revenues. But how can businesses overcome the challenges of achieving full #transparency? Join our BeyondTraceability Talks-Steering Latin America’s Businesses Toward EUDR Compliance on Nov 6th and learn from our experts, Manfred Borer (CEO&Co-Founder) & Silvan Ziegler (Head of Markets)—with more speakers to be announced: 🔑 Navigating supply chain transparency  📄 Practical steps for DDS submissions  ✅ EUDR risk assessments made simple 📖 Read more on our blog for in-depth insights and webinar details to prepare your business for compliance: https://lnkd.in/gX6jbX84

At the forefront of #coconut industry transformation, our Head of Sectors, Fahreza Hidayat, and Head of Market, Olivier Barents, joined global coconut leaders to discuss the future of #sustainable coconut farming at the recent Sustainable Coconut Partnership Roundtable 2024 in the Philippines. 🌱🥥  Key insights include:   🔑 Business Mindset: Smallholders often face challenges in managing farms as businesses, with trust gaps between producers and processors limiting productivity and market potential. #KoltiSkills Training and Coaching aims to bridge these gaps by fostering knowledge and collaboration. 📍 Geographic Fragmentation: Scattered locations limit government support and knowledge-sharing, isolating them from market trends and innovations.   📊 Regulatory Pressure: As expectations for responsible sourcing grow, traceability becomes essential. Producers and companies need to adapt, with tools like #KoltiTraceMIS helping them navigate these evolving demands. 📉 Data & Visibility Issues: Limited access to data and market forecasts leaves producers and brands vulnerable, which presents opportunities for change.  🤝 Supply Chain Collaboration: A transparent and collaborative approach is key to unlocking the full potential of coconut farming.  Our technology and solutions are tailored to create an environment where coconut producers gain the knowledge, trust, and support needed to succeed while meeting regulatory and consumer expectations.

🌊 Charting the Course for Seafood Sustainability 🌊 With global fish production estimated at 179 million metric tons and worth over $400 billion annually (FAO, 2020), ensuring the #sustainability of #seafood production is a shared responsibility. At the heart of sustainable seafood production is #traceability, the foundation of #BestAquaculturePractices that ensure environmental responsibility, animal welfare, food safety, and social accountability. By embedding these principles, businesses can align with evolving consumer demands and enhance their alignment with the current landscape of seafood production and sustainability practices. Our Head of Sectors, Sarah Harding, will participate in the 23rd edition of the Responsible Seafood Summit 2024, organized by the Global Seafood Alliance and co-hosted by Seafood Scotland! She will join the course to explore critical topics such as technology in seafood #supplychains, the impact of climate change on aquaculture, fishing crew welfare, and advancements in aquaculture feeds and fisheries, including insights into the global shrimp market on this year's summit that has the theme "Increasing Seafood's Share." Engage with Sarah at the summit to learn how we can help your seafood business enhance traceability and sustainability practices.  📅 Date: October 21-24, 2024  📍 Location: Fairmont St Andrews, Scotland Stay tuned for insightful updates and key takeaways from the event! 

Our latest newsletter has arrived! 📩 This edition takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Latin America, a powerhouse in global agriculture known for its rich resources like #coffee, #cocoa, and #palmoil. However, the alarming #deforestation rates in the region pose significant challenges as we navigate evolving regulations. While the European Commission has proposed a 12-month delay for #EUDR implementation, this is your moment to take proactive steps. Don’t wait—begin your EUDR compliance journey to position your business for success when the regulations take effect. Inside this issue, you’ll find: 💡 Details about our upcoming #BeyondTraceability Talks “Steering Latin America's Businesses Toward EUDR Compliance” LIVE webinar—a must-attend for industry insights, with tailored insights for businesses, cooperatives, and SMEs. 💡 Expert insights on EUDR compliance using our modular approach: #KoltiTraceMIS, #KoltiSkills, and #KoltiVerify, to help you navigate the complexities of this evolving landscape. Check for the details of the solutions! Seize this opportunity to adapt and thrive amid regulatory changes. And don’t forget to subscribe to stay informed! 

🌍 The European Commission has proposed to delay the European Deforestation Regulation (#EUDR) by one year. If the European Parliament and Council accept, the compliance deadlines will shift to December 30, 2025, for large corporations and June 30, 2026, for small and micro-enterprises. 🚨 Now is the ideal moment to focus on EUDR compliance, especially with expert support designed for Latin American businesses, SMEs, and cooperatives! 🌍 Given Latin America's critical role in exporting coffee, cocoa, soy, and palm oil to the EU, the need for compliance has never been more urgent. However, this region faces a significant environmental challenge: #deforestation. The region accounts for 44% of global tropical forest loss, with 77% driven by commercial agriculture (Forest Trends, 2021). Join our BeyondTraceability Talks: Steering Latin America's Businesses Toward EUDR Compliance! Gain critical insights on how to: ✅ Address deforestation risks in Latin America ✅ Understand the EUDR's impact on agriculture and trade ✅ Take actionable steps for compliance with our modular approach Act fast and save your spot! Register at: https://lnkd.in/gmu6anWD