Climate change adaptation on farms
How coffee farmers are adapting to climate change through agricultural practices, crop diversification, and resilience strategies.
Shade management
Weed control and mulching
This topic explains the importance of weed management and mulching in coffee farming, showing how these practices improve plant health, conserve resources, and boost sustainability.
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.
Nursery establishment and seedling care
This topic explains how to establish a coffee nursery, select and germinate seeds, and care for seedlings before field planting to ensure strong, productive coffee trees.
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.
Rainfall patterns and dry seasons
This topic explores how rainfall distribution and dry seasons affect coffee flowering, fruit development, and harvest cycles, and why water availability is critical to both yield and quality.