Cologne coffee manufacturer grows: Auxiliary Bishop blessed new construction site!

Cologne coffee manufacturer grows: Auxiliary Bishop blessed new construction site!

in the Cologne coffee manufacturer by Georg Hempsch a lot is happening! The coffee lover has significantly expanded his company in Cologne-Lövenich to process even more coffee specialties in the future. "This is not just about good beans, but also about our responsibility towards the employees," says Hempsch, who attaches great importance to social and fair management. When blessing the construction site, initiated by Hempsch and completed by Pastor Hünten, it became clear that there is a heart and soul. The new premises will make it possible to put the manufacturer's products even more in the spotlight.

The coffee manufacturer and the associated café on Dürener Straße are not only known for their delicious coffees, but also for their Christian symbols, such as the cross and the blessings of the star singers. Hempsch's clear goal is to offer his employees a financial living and joy at work. This social responsibility is also recognized by Auxiliary Bishop Steinhäuser, who describes the visit as "interesting" and indicates the importance of coffee for many professions. "You can see how much energy and passion is in this project," notes Steinhäuser.

social sustainability: more than just a trend

Social sustainability plays a crucial role in coffee production. According to the ERA of WE website, current studies show that around 25 million small farmers deliver 80 % of the global coffee offer. However, many of them suffer from hard working conditions, low wages and a lack of access to health care and education. Georg Hempsch emphasizes that his manufactory wants to be part of the solution. By paying attention to fair wages and labor rights, he makes a valuable contribution to improving the living conditions of his employees.

climate change and other challenges make the situation difficult for many coffee farmers. Forecasts suggest that the area suitable for coffee cultivation could decrease by half by 2050, which particularly affects the largest coffee producers such as Brazil and Vietnam. Climate change could endanger the coffee plant, which is very sensitive to temperature and moisture. "We have to concentrate on new, more resilient varieties and promote mixed cultures," explain experts, while encouraging the small farmers to break new ground.

The future of coffee: innovative approaches

The discussion about the future of coffee is also discussed at the International Coffee Convention (ICC) from September 30th to October 3 in Mannheim. The focus is on climate change, changed consumer behavior and digitization of coffee cultivation. Hempsch and other coffee farmers are asked to meet these challenges with innovative solutions in order to ensure the quality and availability of the coffee in the future.

Ultimately, the awareness and interest of consumers for socially sustainable practices in the coffee industry are growing. The support of fair trade and similar certifications is becoming increasingly important in order to enable small farmers to make a living and to break through the vicious circle of poverty and poor working conditions. "We are proud to be part of this movement," concludes Hempsch, and thus gives hope for a positive and sustainable future for the coffee factory and its employees.

Further information on the coffee factory and the challenges of the industry can be found on the websites of Archbistum Cologne , era of we and Merkur .