The analytics firm Coffee Navigator has developed and begun testing a methodology for the objective evaluation of urban coffee culture. The project was initiated by company founder Sergey Baburov. It introduces a unified and measurable standard known as the Coffee Maturity Index. This standard is intended to analyze and compare regional coffee markets.
 

The methodology is based on multifactor data analysis. The Index combines and weighs metrics such as coffee shop density, the share of specialty coffee establishments, the level and dynamics of consumer demand (drawn from search trends and social media data), and key economic indicators of local markets. This approach ensures a quantitative and unbiased assessment, without relying on subjective opinion.

“The market has long needed a common frame of reference. Until now, expansion decisions were often based on fragmented or anecdotal information,” says Sergey Baburov. “Our Index helps investors, chains, and distributors compare cities using transparent criteria. It allows them to see not only the current situation but also hidden growth potential. This is a tool for informed decision-making rather than just another ranking based on opinions.”
 

The methodology is currently being validated across 30 cities in Europe and the CIS. Early analysis has already started to reveal cities with high but underutilized potential. These places often remain overlooked by major market players.

The results of the pilot study will serve as the foundation for the first analytical report. This report will not only compare urban coffee cultures but also help create a new standard for industry analysis. Coffee Navigator plans to continue developing the project and aims to provide the market with a regularly updated, data-driven guide to navigating the competitive landscape.

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On July 13, SDLG officially inaugurated its East Africa Regional Center—LGQH Company—in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The ceremony was attended by Qi Jun, Deputy Secretary of the Linyi Municipal Committee, and Wang Xiaohui, SDLG Deputy General Manager and head of International Marketing, alongside over one hundred distinguished guests, including key accounts and local business leaders.

In his remarks, Deputy Secretary Qi praised SDLG’s strategic foresight in expanding abroad, calling the launch a model of Chinese enterprises advancing the “Going Global” strategy. He emphasized its potential to energize China–Tanzania cooperation across trade and investment, and affirmed Linyi’s continued support for international business ventures.

Wang Xiaohui highlighted the new center as a key step in SDLG’s global expansion, especially in Africa. Anchored in Tanzania, the regional center will support localized services and operations, enabling SDLG to better serve local customers and strengthen ties with the region. Upholding the brand’s core values— “Customer First, Quality Foremost”—SDLG aims to contribute to Tanzania’s economic development with high-quality machinery and integrated support services.

Wang Jiangang, Chairman of LGQH Company, underscored the center’s role as a flagship of SDLG’s “manufacturer-partner offshore” model. This innovative approach combines SDLG’s strengths in R&D and production with partners’ local market knowledge, enabling agile, tailored responses to African customer needs.

Looking ahead, LGQH will establish forward warehouses and local service teams, improve delivery timelines, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive job creation. The company also plans to set up multi-functional hubs that serve as platforms for operations, innovation, and cultural exchange, further strengthening the bridge between China and Africa.

The launch of the East Africa Regional Center marks a strategic breakthrough in SDLG’s localized global service network. As the company navigates a shifting global landscape, it will continue to pioneer scalable, collaborative internationalization models—fostering sustainable growth and deeper cooperation across China and Africa.

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In a momentous ceremony held on July 15, 2025, at the Central Administration Building in Raois, Bacnotan, La Union, AA Biotek and Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University (DMMMSU) signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Agreement aimed at revolutionizing the agricultural biotechnology landscape in the Philippines and the ASEAN region. The signing ceremony was graced by DMMMSU President Dr. Jaime I. Manuel, Jr., and Edwin B. Espiloy, President and CEO of AA Biotek. This strategic partnership is set to bridge critical research gaps and position the Philippines as a hub for applied biotechnology research and development (R&D) in Southeast Asia.

AA Biotek and DMMMSU Partnership to Drive Agricultural Innovation in the Philippines and ASEAN

Under the terms of the partnership, AA Biotek will provide cutting-edge raw biomaterials such as biofertilizers, biopesticides, and advanced bioremediation agents, while DMMMSU’s world-class research teams will undertake rigorous research and development efforts to adapt these solutions for local agricultural needs. The collaboration will include greenhouse trials, multi-site field studies, and farmer training programs, all designed to enhance soil health, improve crop performance, suppress pests, and restore ecosystems. This robust R&D initiative will generate a body of peer-reviewed studies, contributing valuable data across the fields of agriculture, aquaculture, and environmental science.

The partnership is poised to benefit farmers, agribusinesses, environmental agencies, and educational institutions across the ASEAN region. It will also elevate the Philippines’ position as a biotechnology leader in Southeast Asia, while helping to solve urgent challenges facing agriculture, such as climate change, resource scarcity, and environmental degradation.

Key Benefits for Philippine Farmers, ASEAN Agribusinesses, and the Environment

This strategic collaboration promises numerous benefits for Filipino farmers, agribusinesses, and the environment:

• Improved Crop Yields & Reduced Input Costs: Up to 20–30% increase in crop yields (such as rice and vegetables) while using significantly less chemical fertilizer, leading to substantial savings on fertilizers, pesticides, and insecticides. Farmers will experience better profit margins while reducing their environmental impact.
• Integrated Pest & Disease Management: A 60% reduction in soil-borne pathogens, leading to a substantial decrease in the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, which are not only costly but also harmful to ecosystems.
• Sustainable Aquaculture & Livestock Practices: Probiotic-driven solutions will enhance the gut and water quality of livestock and aquaculture stocks, reducing the need for antibiotics and promoting healthier farmed animals.
• Regional Bioremediation Solutions: The partnership will offer rapid and cost-effective remediation of hydrocarbon-contaminated lands and waters, transforming polluted sites into productive agricultural or industrial assets.

Revitalizing the Agricultural Sector: Encouraging the Next Generation of Filipino Farmers

By reducing traditional input costs and increasing profitability, this collaboration aims to revitalize the Philippine agricultural sector and encourage younger generations to pursue careers in farming and agribusiness. The initiative directly addresses the growing concern of an aging farming population in the Philippines, creating new opportunities for the younger workforce and encouraging them to embrace sustainable agriculture as a viable, profitable career choice.

Strategic Remarks from Leadership

Dr. Jaime I. Manuel, Jr., President of DMMMSU, expressed:

“This partnership marks a transformative milestone in the evolution of Philippine agriculture. By combining AA Biotek’s cutting-edge technology with DMMMSU’s research excellence, we are paving the way for the Philippines and ASEAN to thrive on homegrown biotechnologies. Together, we will lead the way toward sustainable productivity, environmental stewardship, and global agricultural innovation.”

Edwin B. Espiloy, President and CEO of AA Biotek, added:

“Microbes are small but powerful, and their impact on the future of agriculture is profound. Through this partnership, we’re not just improving productivity—we’re empowering Filipino farmers, reducing their reliance on costly and harmful chemicals, and helping to rejuvenate the agricultural sector. Our vision is to inspire the next generation of farmers and agripreneurs to embrace biotechnology for a sustainable and profitable future in agriculture.”

Positioning the Philippines as ASEAN’s Biotech Leader

As global markets increasingly demand residue-free, sustainably produced food, the AA Biotek-DMMMSU alliance stands poised to meet this demand by generating new biotechnology solutions. This collaboration will lead to joint publications, patent filings, and extension programs that will reinforce the Philippines’ role as a biotechnology leader in the ASEAN region.

Together, AA Biotek and DMMMSU will continue to fill critical research gaps and cultivate an applied biotech talent pool, ensuring that the Philippines remains at the forefront of innovation in agriculture, aquaculture, and environmental science.

About AA Biotek

Founded in 2024 and headquartered in San Fernando City, La Union, AA Biotek is a leader in developing natural, microbe-based solutions designed to elevate farm productivity, animal and aquaculture health, and environmental remediation. With a diverse portfolio of over 25 products on the market and more than 20 in development, AA Biotek is committed to leading the charge in sustainable agricultural innovation across Southeast Asia.

About DMMMSU

Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University (DMMMSU) is a premier state university in the Ilocos Region, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, scientific research, and community engagement. The university’s new Central Administration Building in Raois, Bacnotan, stands as a beacon for innovative partnerships and groundbreaking research that drive regional development and national progress.

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