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Author Vogt, Melissa.

Title Variance in Approach Toward a 'Sustainable' Coffee Industry in Costa Rica
Published London Ubiquity Press 2019

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Summary "The monograph considers influence over time of Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance in 10 Costa Rican coffee farming communities. In-country perspectives and relevant historic and contemporary literature inform findings. Misaligned intentions to outcomes; different sustainability approaches; and variable influence is observed. There is opportunity to: consider when certifications are most useful; develop locally relevant standards; vertically integrate sourcing chains; consider how complementary mechanisms can be used alongside, or to improve certification approach. Sustainability of coffee as a cash crop, considering influence on biodiversity, and the possible implication of reduced coffee crop density for consumers, the market and farming landscapes, is considered."
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Subject Coffee industry -- Costa Rica
Sustainable agriculture -- Costa Rica
Sustainability -- Certification
Development studies.
History.
Society & social sciences.
Ethical issues & debates.
Biology, life sciences.
Sustainability.
Coffee industry
Sustainable agriculture
Costa Rica
Form Electronic book
ISBN 1911529765
9781911529767
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