If you follow the coffee industry, you've probably heard about the major problems happening in Central America right now due to 'leaf rust' destroying millions of coffee plants. And, you've probably wondered how this is going to effect the price you pay for your daily cup of coffee. The hard truth is, it's definitely going to have an effect. What experts believe is going to … [Read more...]
Modern growing methods may be culprit of ‘coffee rust’ fungal outbreak
ANN ARBOR shift away from traditional coffee-growing techniques may be increasing the severity of an outbreak of 'coffee rust' fungus that has swept through plantations in Central America and Mexico, according to a University of Michigan ecologist ... http://www.eurekalert.org … [Read more...]