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🌳 What does small-batch coffee really mean?
Monday 7/13- Sponsored by Larry's Coffee: Afternoon Dedicated
Happy Monday
“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.”
Lao Tzu
In today’s issue, we’ll take a look at:
What makes certain coffee more earth-friendly?
This coffee company is on a mission to help the planet
What Makes Coffee More Earth-Friendly?
Small-batch coffee is made in more intentional, limited quantities instead of being treated like a mass-produced commodity. That usually means more attention is paid to sourcing, roasting, freshness, and the people growing the beans.
Fair trade adds another layer. It helps support better pay and working conditions for farmers, which can make coffee growing more sustainable for the communities behind each cup. When farmers are paid more fairly, there is often more room to invest in better growing practices, long-term land care, and higher-quality beans.
It can also be better for the earth when coffee is grown with practices that protect soil health, reduce harmful inputs, and avoid unnecessary deforestation. Choosing thoughtfully sourced coffee is a small daily swap, but it connects your morning routine to something much bigger than the mug in your hand.
100 Million Trees Are Cut Down Every Year for Coffee
Coffee is part of a daily routine for millions of people, but most of us rarely stop to think about where it came from or the impact it may have had before it reached our cup. Some estimates suggest that up to 100 million trees are cut down each year to make room for coffee farming, as forests are cleared for higher-yield sun-grown coffee. That can affect wildlife habitats, soil health, and the future of coffee growing itself.
Larry’s Coffee is built around a different idea: coffee can be both high quality and responsibly sourced. Larry’s focuses on small-batch coffee made with fair trade, organic beans and a sustainability-first mission. Instead of treating coffee like a commodity, they’re working toward a better daily cup that supports farmers, communities, and the planet.
Why coffee drinkers choose Larry’s:
Fair trade coffee that supports small farmers
Organic and shade-grown practices that are better for ecosystems
Small-batch roasting for fresher flavor
Bagged coffee, K-Cups, blends, roasts, and decaf so there’s something for every routine
A sustainability-first mission from a company working to make coffee better for people and the planet
Larry’s also supports organizations through their “For A Cause” selection, so your morning cup can help support work beyond the bag, such as animal rescues or national parks. It’s an easy swap for anyone who wants coffee that tastes good, fits their routine, and feels better to buy.
Thank you to Larry’s Coffee for sponsoring The Canopy.
Why We Love It:
A better daily coffee habit: Larry’s makes it easier to choose coffee that tastes good while supporting more responsible farming practices.
Built around sustainability: With fair trade, organic, and shade-grown coffee, Larry’s focuses on sourcing that’s better for farmers, ecosystems, and the future of coffee.
Small-batch roasted: Each batch is roasted with care, which helps bring out fresher flavor than mass-produced coffee.
Plenty of ways to brew: From bagged coffee and K-Cups to blends, roasts, and decaf, there’s an option for almost every routine.
Supports causes beyond the cup: Larry’s “For A Cause” selection helps support organizations like animal rescues and national parks.
Ready to make your morning cup feel better? Find your new favorite roast from Larry’s Coffee.
Reflections:
🌎 True or False: True! Those deep rumbles can carry for miles through the air and even through the ground, letting far-apart elephants stay in touch across the forest.
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