Organic fairtrade

Lot segregation and labeling

Lot segregation and labeling

This topic explains how lot segregation and labeling are managed in coffee drying and storage, why they are essential for traceability, and how they impact quality consistency and market value.

Bag types and pest protection

Bag types and pest protection

This topic explains the different bag types used for storing coffee in parchment or green form, their strengths and weaknesses, and the best practices for protecting against pests during storage.

Conditioning in parchment

Conditioning in parchment

This topic explains the role of conditioning in parchment coffee after drying, how it stabilizes beans before hulling, and why this step is vital for flavor consistency and market quality.

Environmental footprint and water use

Environmental footprint and water use

This topic explores the environmental impacts of different coffee processing methods, focusing on water use, waste management, and strategies to reduce the ecological footprint of processing.

Processing SOPs and documentation

Processing SOPs and documentation

This topic explains the role of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and documentation in coffee processing, showing how they ensure consistency, traceability, and quality control across farms and mills.

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.