Is the Philippine Coffee Industry ‘Third Wave’? Insider Observations
For any coffee enthusiast, the third wave movement of the specialty coffee scene in the Philippines isn’t so new. It was 2012 when specialty coffee...
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How does the timing of capital affect coffee farmers?
As with any agricultural commodity, capital and access to finance are essential for coffee farmers. Moreover, access to capital becomes even more important when we consider that some producers have been facing financial challenges for many years. Coffee is a seasonal product, which means that it is harvested at a certain time every year. In turn, coffee producers are usually paid in a lump sum once a year when they… read more
As with any agricultural commodity, capital and access to finance are essential for coffee farmers. Moreover, access to capital becomes even more important when we consider that some producers have been facing financial challenges for many years. Coffee is a… read more
“Coffee Isn’t Food” – Tabanoc Farm, an Alternative Approach to Coffee
Located about an hour outside of Armenia, Colombia, it’s fair to say Tabanoc Farms is in the heart of coffee country. Arriving, however, feels more...
How Much Does It Cost a Farmer to Plant a Basic Plot?
The coffee harvest is now finished in Guatemala and every coffee farmer’s attention is now focused on the upcoming planting season and preparation for next...
Lessons on Coffee Production From a Colombian Producer
His name is Miguel Fajardo, but I call him “Mr Milkshake”. Why? Well, picture yourself on top of a hill in Solento (a popular tourist...
A Day in the Life of a Colombian Cherry Picker
It was 1920 in the small town of Jerico, Colombia, when my grandfather, Gilberto Velasquez, made the decision to leave behind his family and made...
Communism & Coffee Rationing: A US Roaster’s Sourcing Trip to Cuba (Part II)
I arrived in Havana and got straight to business. Normally when looking for new sources of coffee, I might go to the known coffee growing...
How a Barista, with No Experience, Single-Handedly Grew & Roasted Coffee in Australia
I remember the first time I tried one. It was the sweetest, strangest thing I’d tasted – like watermelon, hibiscus, lemon, pineapple and sugar. I...
Weekly Extraction: Observations from Origin – Introduction
In this Perfect Daily Grind feature titled The Weekly Extraction: Observations from Origin, I will be writing about my experiences as a coffee shop owner...
The History of Rwandan Coffee & The Story Behind Epiphanie Muhirwa
Prior to discussing the flavour notes, it’s important to acknowledge the story and sweat that’s been poured into harvesting each little Bourbon bean (hopefully no actual sweat...
How to Be a Gringo on a Nicaraguan Coffee Farm
Planning an extended trip to origin? During our recent trip to origin, we caught up with Z. Latimor, a US coffee lover who ditched the...
The Venezuelan Industry according to Pietro Carbone
Venezuela, a beautiful nation with exceptionally beautiful people. But what about coffee? Did you know at one time Venezuela was ranked close to Colombia in...
The Costa Rican Coffee Shop Culture according to Ariel Bravo
We recently interviewed micro-roaster, Paula Chaverri & barista Glen Arce on the Costa Rican coffee industry. F Solano caught up with Ariel Bravo, twice runner...
The Costa Rican Coffee Shop Culture according to Glen Arce
But what about the coffee shop & cafe culture. What does his average Costa Rican customer drink or desire? F. Solano, met with Glen, a barista...
The Costa Rican Coffee Industry according to Paula Chaverri
Costa Rica (Central America). Credit: Google Maps Ever wondered about the Costa Rica coffee scene? Our Costa Rican correspondent, F. Solano, caught up with Paula,...