Coffee is one of the world’s most beloved beverages, and many consider it part of their daily ritual. Did you know that your choice in how and when you drink your cup can have serious repercussions for both your health and the planet? Regular coffee crops contain pesticides, herbicides and fungicides which may harm both you and the environment; organic coffee on the other hand does not utilize such harmful chemicals during cultivation and processing; making choosing organic coffee an easy decision that has big ramifications! Whether looking for healthier morning brew or supporting the planet, choosing organic coffee can have far reaching effects.

Coffee beans are the seeds contained within a berry, and must go through an intensive processing phase in order to be enjoyed in your cup. Roasting process plays an integral part in how nutritious coffee will be; lighter-roasted beans tend to offer greater nutritional benefits than darker roasted ones.

Conventional coffee production involves using harmful chemicals like pesticides, herbicides, fungicides and chemical fertilizers that can harm both the environment and your health. Organically produced coffee uses natural methods for fertilization such as manure from animals or organic matter from previous crops that reduce weeding – whether by hand, using an electric flame weeder or by simply growing around weeds themselves.

Due to higher production costs and demand from major buyers like Starbucks that dominate their markets, many farms opt not to become certified organic. It is more common for them to start out using natural methods before shifting back towards unhealthy techniques in order to meet buyer requirements.

Organic coffee is both better for the environment and more beneficial to farmers themselves. Most organic farms adhere to fair trade standards that guarantee fair pay rates for workers; additionally, no toxic chemicals are used during cultivation or processing – providing safer working environments and helping ensure farmers can concentrate on providing you with your morning cup!

As much as we rely on coffee to start our day, it is important to assess what exactly we are taking in. Switching to organic coffee can do both your body and environment good – its antioxidants provide health benefits while fighting diseases and delaying aging. When purchasing organic or direct trade coffee from certified fair trade companies you are supporting farmers, roasters and all those involved in its supply chain; I am delighted to work with one that promotes this practice!