Lasting importance

Pulped natural and honey processes

Pulped natural and honey processes

This topic explains the pulped natural and honey processing methods—hybrids of washed and natural approaches—highlighting their steps, flavor outcomes, and significance in specialty coffee.

Natural (dry) processing fundamentals

Natural (dry) processing fundamentals

This topic introduces the fundamentals of natural (dry) coffee processing, its steps, flavor outcomes, benefits, and challenges, and why it is both one of the oldest and most innovative methods today.

Washed (wet) processing fundamentals

Washed (wet) processing fundamentals

This topic explains the fundamentals of washed (wet) coffee processing, covering the main steps, advantages, challenges, and sensory outcomes of this widely used method.

Sustainability metrics on farm

Sustainability metrics on farm

This topic introduces the key sustainability metrics used in coffee farming, how they are measured, and why tracking them is vital for environmental health, farmer livelihoods, and market access.

Yield estimation and record keeping

Yield estimation and record keeping

This topic explains how coffee farmers estimate yields and keep records, highlighting why data-driven management is key for profitability, sustainability, and long-term planning.

Labor management and safety

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.