All Set for Latin America’s Premier Coffee Symposium in El Salvador

From Science to Sustainability, XXVI Simposio Latinoamericano de Caficultura Gathers the Region’s Coffee Leaders

The countdown has begun for one of the most anticipated events in the Latin American coffee calendar. From July 15 to 18, 2025, the XXVI Latin American Coffee Growing Symposium (Simposio Latinoamericano de Caficultura) will take place at the iconic Sheraton Presidente Hotel in El Salvador, bringing together producers, scientists, entrepreneurs, and coffee enthusiasts from across the region.

Organized under the auspices of PROMECAFE and supported by the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), the four-day symposium is set to offer a dynamic program that blends cutting-edge research, technical exchange, and collaborative dialogue aimed at advancing sustainable coffee farming.

A Transformative Gathering for Coffee-Growing Communities

Positioned as more than just a conference, the event is described by organizers as a “technical-scientific high-level space” designed to empower coffee-growing territories through knowledge, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration. This year’s symposium theme emphasizes technological adoption and sustainability, reflecting the urgent need for adaptation in the face of climate change and global market pressures.

The program includes:

• Access to keynote conferences by leading experts in agronomy, economics, and climate science.

• Workshops and technical sessions addressing soil management, disease prevention, post-harvest processing, digital tools for traceability, and financing models.

• A coffee exposition showcasing innovative products, tools, and services relevant to the coffee industry.

• Networking opportunities with stakeholders from public institutions, private enterprises, academia, and civil society.

Attendees will also benefit from exclusive materials, including digital access to presentations, promotional kits, lunch and coffee breaks, and evening networking events such as the Welcome and Closing Cocktails.

Field Day and Specialized Access

In addition to the main conference, participants may opt into a Field Tour on Tuesday, July 15, which includes guided visits to model farms and research facilities—providing hands-on insight into sustainable practices and innovation at origin.

For those representing a brand or institution, there is also a dedicated pass for access to the Expo-Fair area, ideal for promoting products and establishing new partnerships.

Registration and Pricing

General Admission (Full Access) is priced at $380 USD, which includes:

• Admission to all sessions and events

• Digital access to presentations

• Event materials and lunch/coffee breaks

• Coffee tasting stations

• Welcome and closing cocktails

• Identification wristband for meals

Other ticket options include:

• Field Tour: $75 USD

• Cocktail Companion Pass: $90 USD

Participants are advised to register in advance via the official event website, where an electronic receipt is provided upon payment. As IICA is an international organization exempt from taxation, no formal invoice is issued.

A Crucial Event for Latin America’s Coffee Future

With the coffee sector facing numerous challenges—from climate threats to market volatility—the 2025 symposium arrives at a pivotal time. Organizers stress the importance of collective knowledge and innovation in protecting coffee-growing livelihoods and ensuring a resilient future.

The XXVI Simposio Latinoamericano de Caficultura is expected to draw a diverse mix of voices, bridging science and tradition, and fostering alliances that transcend borders.

For coffee professionals and enthusiasts alike, this is more than a symposium—it’s a movement for the future of coffee in Latin America.

For registration and additional information:
📩 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: simposiocaficultura.promecafe.net