Solar vs mechanical drying trade-offs
This topic explains the trade-offs between solar and mechanical drying methods for coffee, highlighting differences in cost, quality, consistency, and environmental impact.
Commercial grade
Uniformity and screen size considerations
This topic explains why uniformity and screen size are important in natural (dry) coffee processing, how they are managed, and their influence on cup quality and market grading.
Defect risks: phenolic, ferment, mold
This topic explains the main defect risks in natural (dry) coffee processing—phenolic, ferment, and mold defects—how they arise, and strategies for prevention.
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.