August 9, 2023

What is green coffee rehydration & could it help specialty coffee roasters?

According to the International Coffee Organisation, the ideal moisture content for green coffee is between 8% and 12.5%. This ensures roasters can get the best...

June 14, 2023

How can specialty coffee producers work with traders to add value to their coffee?

When we think of “relationship coffee”, the first thing that comes to mind is often the nature of direct trade partnerships between producers and roasters....

June 7, 2023

How much do competition coffees cost?

Since its inception in 2000, the World Barista Championship has showcased some of the most exclusive and high-end coffees in the world. Along with other...

May 23, 2023

How do specialty coffee roasters buy rare lots at auction?

Every year, there are plenty of green coffee auctions that take place in the specialty coffee industry. Whether in-person or virtual, these platforms provide producers...

April 18, 2023

How has technology helped to democratise green coffee trading?

Over the past century, the coffee industry has evolved in a number of different ways. From the increasing reliance on technology to a growing emphasis...

March 22, 2023

Relationships are about more than just paying a good price for specialty coffee

There are many actors involved in the coffee supply chain. From producers to traders to roasters to baristas, every industry professional adds value to the...

March 21, 2023

The rise of ecommerce in the coffee industry

Between 2014 and 2021, global ecommerce sales grew by over 269%. According to Statista, by 2027, the global ecommerce market will be worth almost US...

February 1, 2023

How does foreign exchange affect the price of coffee?

For the most part, both the price of arabica and robusta rely on futures contracts. These are legal agreements to buy or sell a particular...

December 13, 2022

How can producers use green coffee to barter for other goods and services?

Across the Bean Belt, the vast majority of coffee farmers sell their coffee (either as cherry or parchment) in exchange for income. After providing for...

November 14, 2022

How do increases in the price of coffee affect co-operatives?

From early 2021 through until mid-2022, coffee prices increased steadily – with arabica futures reaching a ten-year high of US 258.95 cents/lb in February 2022. ...

September 15, 2022

Exploring the impact of long-term sustainable coffee sourcing

Over the past several years, global coffee consumption has been increasing. In the International Coffee Organisation’s February 2022 report, the organisation estimated a global deficit...

March 14, 2022

What is past crop coffee & how can you use it?

For specialty coffee roasters, there is plenty of excitement associated with the arrival of fresh green coffee landing, and for good reason. When roasted properly,...

February 23, 2022

Coffee job roles: What is a green coffee buyer?

There are a number of roles in the industry that involve sourcing green coffee beans for a company. At a roaster, for example, the head...

February 14, 2022

How can roasters control quality when sourcing coffee?

Quality is rightly a growing priority for coffee drinkers around the world, and consequently for coffee roasters. It’s a key differentiator in the coffee sector,...

November 3, 2021

Navigating the coffee supply chain through Covid-19

Since early 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic has changed almost every industry around the world, and the coffee sector has not been an exception. Now, more...

September 16, 2021

A guide to buying organic coffee

Direct trade, ethical sourcing, fair pricing – these are all phrases people use when talking about how sustainable coffee is. But what about organic coffee? ...