Exploring the evolution of Jamaica’s coffee industry
The Caribbean has a rich history of coffee production. In fact, some of the earliest commercial coffee farms were established in Jamaica and Haiti in...
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May 12, 2025
Robusta’s revival continues: What does it mean for coffee producers?
Specialty coffee is directing greater attention towards robusta across the board – from refining processing methods and roasting techniques to positioning it as a tool for climate resilience. Without a doubt, industry professionals think the global robusta market has incredible potential. The resurgence of blends has supported this embrace of robusta, as more roasters add them to their offerings to manage costs while maintaining high-quality standards. Following increasing demand, as… read more
Specialty coffee is directing greater attention towards robusta across the board – from refining processing methods and roasting techniques to positioning it as a tool for climate resilience. Without a doubt, industry professionals think the global robusta market has incredible… read more
How can data collection be used to improve coffee production?
When discussing how the use of data has changed in the coffee industry, we often focus on the impact for roasters and coffee shops. And...
Understanding Tanzania’s generational gap in coffee production
Although coffee was first introduced to Tanzania in the 16th century from nearby Réunion Island (also once referred to as Bourbon), it took around 200...
Understanding the relationship between cycling & coffee production
Many coffee farms across the Bean Belt are located in remote, rural areas in low-to-middle income countries. This means that while green coffee might be...
Exploring regenerative agriculture in coffee production
There’s no arguing that the demand for “sustainable coffee” is at an all-time high. Now more than ever, brands and consumers alike realise the importance...
Is there a difference between a coffee producer and a farmer?
Coffee farmer, producer, grower, supplier – these are all terms used to describe farm-level supply chain actors. They can also be used to define the...
Understanding the co-operative model in Kenya’s coffee sector
Historically, as many as 50% of Kenya’s coffee producers have worked with big estates or co-operatives at any given time. Across the country, these organisations...
How can we improve access to finance for smallholder coffee farmers?
Smallholder coffee farmers are responsible for between 70 and 80% of the world’s coffee supply. Despite meeting a tremendous global need, approximately 75% of them...
Simplifying green coffee grading
Preserving the quality of green coffee is an essential part of the supply chain. But in order to preserve it, we must first identify it....
Understanding wild coffee farming
Around the world, coffee has been cultivated on farms and estates for hundreds of years. Careful and well-planned farm management means that coffee can be...
How can green coffee auctions be used to promote wider social initiatives?
Green coffee auctions are a popular platform for buying and selling coffee around the world, as well as a means to connect producers to a...
Addressing deforestation in coffee production
Sustainability continues to be a major focus across the coffee industry, specifically in coffee production. Among the many environmental issues in the coffee sector is...
Exploring the nutraceutical properties of coffee
Coffee has long been renowned for its health benefits. For decades, research has shown that coffee can help to reduce the risk of developing major...
Exploring coffee consumption in Kenya
Kenya is the fifth-largest coffee producer in Africa. According to data from the International Coffee Organisation, the country produced approximately 775,000 60kg bags in 2020....
How can the coffee industry help to rehabilitate ex-offenders?
Across the world, it is sadly all too common for ex-offenders to reoffend and find themselves back in prison. In the US, over 76% of...
Learning more about Colombia’s indigenous coffee-producing communities
Indigenous communities are some of the most underrepresented and overlooked groups in the coffee industry. Yet the indigenous population of Colombia alone is estimated to...