M&As, Funding & Investments

Fermtech secures £2.5M funding to scale Koji Cocoa, a low-carbon cocoa alternative, as the industry faces rising costs, supply shortages, and sustainability pressures.

Starbucks completes China JV with Boyu Capital, shifting to a licensed model to drive expansion, innovation, and competitiveness in the fast-growing coffee market.

UNIDO and World Coffee Research launch €850,000 initiative to enhance Uganda’s coffee seed systems, supporting farmers and ensuring long-term sustainability in Africa’s leading coffee exporter.

Pernod Ricard exits key U.S. wine assets, selling Mumm Napa and Kenwood to Trinchero and Korbel to sharpen focus on premium spirits and champagne growth.

Keurig Dr Pepper has acquired a majority stake in JDE Peet’s, paving the way for a standalone global coffee business and future corporate separation.