Zoffee develops coffee alternative from New Zealand's native Coprosma plant

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A new company, Zoffee, is developing a coffee alternative from the native New Zealand Coprosma plant. Initial funding helped create a coffee-like drink, and new support from the Ministry of Primary Industries will aid in bringing the product to market. Zoffee has planted 1,000 Coprosma plants, with plans for an additional 3,000. The company is collaborating with Food Innovation New Zealand to refine the product and with AbacusBio to develop a high-yielding cultivar. Zoffee aims to have its product available in 18 to 24 months, starting with instant and plunger coffee options. The initiative also seeks to partner with local iwi for sustainable land use and economic benefits.


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