Latin america

Pruning systems and rejuvenation

Pruning systems and rejuvenation

This topic explains the different pruning systems used in coffee cultivation, why pruning is essential for productivity and quality, and how rejuvenation extends the life of coffee trees.

Wind exposure and shelterbelts

Wind exposure and shelterbelts

This topic explains how wind affects coffee plants, the risks of excessive exposure, and how shelterbelts and windbreaks are used to protect plantations and improve sustainability.

Climate variability and risk

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.

Regional flavor profiles by continent

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.

Latitude and the Coffee Belt

Latitude and the Coffee Belt

This topic introduces the concept of the Coffee Belt—the latitudinal zone where coffee grows best—explaining its geographic range, climatic conditions, and why it is central to global coffee production.

Caturra, Catuaí, Mundo Novo, Maragogipe

Caturra, Catuaí, Mundo Novo, Maragogipe

This topic explores four key Arabica varieties—Caturra, Catuaí, Mundo Novo, and Maragogipe—their origins, traits, advantages, and roles in global coffee cultivation.