Supply shocks and climate impacts
How supply shocks and climate change impacts disrupt the global coffee market, influencing availability, pricing, and long-term sustainability.
Market price
Cost of production and living income
How to assess the cost of coffee production at origin and why achieving a living income for farmers is central to sustainability and market ethics.
NYC ‘C’ market basics and differentials
An introduction to the NYC ‘C’ market, the global benchmark for arabica coffee pricing, and how differentials affect final prices paid for specific origins and qualities.
Incoterms and contract structures
This topic explains the basics of Incoterms (international commercial terms) and contract structures in green coffee trade, outlining how responsibilities, risks, and costs are divided between buyers and sellers.
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.
Organic vs conventional inputs
This topic compares organic and conventional farming inputs in coffee production, examining their benefits, limitations, and roles in sustainability and cup quality.