Climate variability and risk
This topic explores how climate variability and long-term climate change affect coffee production, the risks farmers face, and the strategies being developed to adapt and ensure sustainability.
Lasting importance
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.
Regional flavor profiles by continent
This topic explores the characteristic flavor profiles of coffees from different continents, showing how terroir, cultivars, and processing methods shape sensory identities across regions.
Microclimates and aspect
This topic explains how microclimates and slope aspect influence coffee cultivation, showing how subtle variations in environment shape yield, quality, and terroir expression.
Shade-grown vs full sun systems
This topic explores the differences between shade-grown and full sun coffee cultivation systems, their impact on yield, quality, biodiversity, and long-term sustainability.
Soil types and fertility management
This topic explores the main soil types suitable for coffee cultivation, how soil fertility influences plant health and cup quality, and the management practices farmers use to sustain productive soils.