December 19, 2022

Is specialty coffee growing faster than global coffee consumption?

According to the International Coffee Organisation, global coffee consumption is expected to amount to 170.3 million 60kg bags in 2021/22, with Europe and North America...

December 5, 2022

How have coffee subscriptions changed in recent years?

It’s undeniable that Covid-19 has significantly influenced coffee consumer behaviour in the long term. With most out-of-home coffee businesses forced to close temporarily in early...

November 28, 2022

Why are some coffee roasters switching to electric machines?

Around the world, many roasters rely on gas or electricity to roast their coffee. The type of energy used largely depends on the roaster’s equipment ...

September 12, 2022

Exploring the rise of Caribbean coffee roasters

The Caribbean has a long history of coffee production, with some of the world’s first coffee farms established in Jamaica and Haiti in the early...

February 15, 2022

Become a speaker at PRF Colombia

As we announced late last year, Producer & Roaster Forum (PRF) is returning in 2022, and will be coming to Colombia. This year, the two-day...

August 18, 2021

Coffee roasting job roles: What does a head roaster do?

Joining a coffee roasting team and working your way up can take some time. Many join from elsewhere in the coffee sector; often, they are...

April 28, 2021

Roasting high-scoring coffees: What should you consider?

As specialty coffee becomes more popular, consumers are becoming more and more aware of the quality in their cup. This means, among other things, looking...