Microbial activity

Demucilagination and enzymatic aids

Demucilagination and enzymatic aids

This topic explains demucilagination—the removal of mucilage from coffee beans—through mechanical and enzymatic methods, comparing them with traditional fermentation and highlighting their impact on efficiency and flavor.

Time, temperature, pH monitoring

Time, temperature, pH monitoring

This topic explains how monitoring time, temperature, and pH during washed coffee fermentation ensures consistent quality, prevents defects, and enhances flavor outcomes.

Controlled fermentation variables

Controlled fermentation variables

This topic explains the key variables that influence coffee fermentation, how they are controlled, and their impact on flavor development and consistency in processing.

Lactic and yeast-inoculated fermentations

Lactic and yeast-inoculated fermentations

This topic explores advanced fermentation methods using lactic acid bacteria and yeast inoculation, how they influence coffee flavor, and their growing role in specialty processing innovation.

Organic vs conventional inputs

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.

Soil types and fertility management

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.