The document discusses coffee production and trends, focusing on loose roasted and ground (R&G) coffee versus pre-portioned coffee products like pods and pads. Some key points: - In 2005, 4.1 million tons of loose R&G coffee was produced for fresh brewing, compared to 107,000 tons of pre-portioned products. - Loose R&G coffee is expected to remain the leader in professional and foodservice markets due to lower cost, while pre-portioned products gain share in new markets like office coffee service and retail due to convenience. - The future of loose R&G coffee is said to be bright as markets expand and quality and technologies improve across the coffee industry.