Risk management and insurance
This topic explains the role of risk management and insurance in green coffee logistics, covering the main risks, how they are mitigated, and the insurance policies that protect producers, exporters, and buyers.
Green coffee
Warehouse storage best practices
This topic explains best practices for storing green coffee in warehouses, focusing on climate control, bag handling, sanitation, and inventory management to preserve quality and prevent losses.
Moisture migration and condensation control
This topic explains how moisture migration occurs inside coffee shipments, why condensation (“container rain”) is a risk, and the strategies used to protect green coffee quality during transport.
Shipping containers and ventilation
This topic explains how shipping containers and ventilation affect green coffee logistics, the risks of condensation and mold, and best practices for safe export transport.
Sampling protocols (offer, pre-ship, landed)
This topic explains the three main sampling stages in coffee trade—offer, pre-shipment, and landed—why each is important, and how they ensure quality and consistency across the supply chain.
Importers, exporters, and direct trade
This topic explains the roles of importers and exporters in coffee logistics, how direct trade differs, and the benefits and challenges of each system for producers and buyers.