Weather mitigation strategies
This topic explains how farmers manage weather-related risks during coffee drying and storage, with strategies to protect against rain, humidity, wind, and excessive sun exposure.
Shade nets
Common defects and remediation
This topic explains the common defects that occur in honey and pulped natural coffee processing, why they happen, and the practical remediation steps farmers can take to minimize losses.
Impact of altitude and humidity
This topic explains how altitude and humidity influence honey and pulped natural processing, affecting drying times, fermentation dynamics, and final flavor outcomes.
Drying curves and time to target moisture
This topic explains drying curves in honey and pulped natural processes, how time to reach target moisture is managed, and why controlled drying is essential for flavor and stability.
Drying rate control and weather risk
This topic explains how controlling the drying rate and managing weather risks are essential in natural (dry) coffee processing to ensure stability, flavor quality, and defect prevention.
Mold prevention and airflow management
This topic explains how mold prevention and airflow management are critical in natural (dry) coffee processing, and the best practices farmers use to keep beans clean, safe, and high-quality.