Why tariff refunds aren’t so straightforward in coffee
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Key takeaways US Customs and Border Protection estimates it owes US$166bn in tariff refunds to more than 330,000 US businesses,...
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Why tariff refunds aren’t so straightforward in coffee
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Key takeaways US Customs and Border Protection estimates it owes US$166bn in tariff refunds to more than 330,000 US businesses, including coffee importers. Refunds arrive as lump sums, rather than matching individual shipments. Several independent green coffee importers are passing refunds to roasters. Further tariff threats mean roasters should keep detailed cost records. The global coffee industry looks set to carry its unprecedented volatility and… read more
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Key takeaways US Customs and Border Protection estimates it owes US$166bn in tariff refunds to more than 330,000 US businesses, including coffee importers. Refunds arrive as lump sums, rather than matching individual shipments. Several independent… read more
How to kickstart a career in green coffee buying
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key takeaways Barista and roasting experience often serves as the entry route into green coffee buying. Sensory skills and certifications...
How currency fluctuations influence coffee sourcing
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key takeaways Coffee trades in US dollars but is paid for in many currencies. Currency swings determine who wins local...
More coffee roasters are opening every year: What does this mean for traders?
Key takeaways More coffee roasters increase competition but squeeze margins across the supply chain. High coffee prices make scaling difficult for traders and roasters. Consolidation...
How to ensure direct trade in coffee makes commercial sense
Direct trade has long been regarded as the ethical choice, ensuring both quality and transparency. However, following a record high for global coffee prices in...
How roasters can prepare for coffee price volatility
The specialty coffee industry is grappling with a record-breaking year on the cost front. Green coffee prices hit an all-time high in February 2025 and...
Why certifications can help coffee producers command higher prices
Certifications are one of the most effective ways to communicate ethical, sustainable, and quality standards in the coffee industry. Consumers are often willing to pay...
More changes made to EUDR: What do coffee businesses need to know?
The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) has dominated conversations within the global coffee industry for the past two years. The landmark legislation is one of...
High coffee prices changed the meaning of direct trade
In specialty coffee, direct trade has long been framed as the ethical choice for roasters to support producers while ensuring quality and transparency. However, following...
How high prices blurred the divide between specialty and commercial coffees
As the C price remains volatile, reaching record highs earlier this year and recently settling below US $3/lb, commercial-grade coffee has taken a significant hit....
High coffee prices: Where does the money actually go?
The global coffee industry is navigating an extended period of high market prices. Over the last two years, green coffee costs have almost doubled, reaching...
Why high prices mean exporters might be hesitant to sell coffee
Surprisingly, not all coffee exporters and producers are rushing to do business in a market of high prices. The C price has been rising over...
Why rising coffee prices call for closer relationships in the supply chain
Market volatility has always been a defining factor in the coffee industry, but sustained high green coffee prices and US tariffs have ushered in a...
Why direct trade is about more than ethical business practices
The term “direct trade” is synonymous with specialty coffee. Established as a way to “do things differently” in an industry dominated by multinationals, it’s founded...
What key data do roasters need to know when sourcing coffee?
With an ever-increasing demand for transparency from conscious consumers, sustainability reporting is becoming more prominent in the coffee industry. This pressure comes not only from...
Why starting specialty coffee at 84 points would pose more challenges than solutions
Quality is an integral part of specialty coffee. The SCA’s 100-point scale has been the industry standard for 24 years, allowing Q graders to assign...