Depulping equipment and settings
This topic covers the equipment and settings used in depulping coffee cherries, how the process works, and why calibration is essential for quality and efficiency in washed coffee processing.
Best practices
Processing SOPs and documentation
This topic explains the role of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and documentation in coffee processing, showing how they ensure consistency, traceability, and quality control across farms and mills.
Risk management and quality impact
This topic explains the risks involved in coffee processing, how they affect quality, and the strategies producers use to minimize defects while maximizing flavor potential.
Process selection for cultivar/terroir
This topic explains how the choice of processing method interacts with coffee cultivar and terroir, shaping sensory outcomes and helping producers maximize both quality and market potential.
Sanitation and contamination control
This topic explains the importance of sanitation in coffee processing, the risks of contamination, and the best practices used to ensure clean, consistent, and high-quality coffee.
Labor management and safety
This topic covers the principles of labor management and worker safety in coffee farming, including recruitment, fair practices, health protection, and compliance with ethical and legal standards.