Wastewater treatment and effluent
This topic explains the challenges of wastewater and effluent management in washed coffee processing, methods of treatment, and the importance of reducing environmental impact.
Coffee production
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.
Harvesting strategies: selective vs strip
This topic explains the two main coffee harvesting strategies—selective picking and strip harvesting—highlighting their methods, advantages, disadvantages, and impact on quality and yield.
Major pests: coffee leaf rust, berry borer
This topic introduces the two most destructive coffee pests worldwide—coffee leaf rust (CLR) and coffee berry borer (CBB)—their biology, symptoms, and management strategies.
Irrigation strategies and water use
This topic explores the different irrigation methods used in coffee farming, their advantages and challenges, and the importance of water conservation for long-term sustainability.
Harvest seasons by country
This topic explains the timing of coffee harvest seasons around the world, how they differ by hemisphere and region, and why harvest periods matter for freshness, supply, and global trade.