The eagerly awaited programming schedule for the Green Coffee Summit 2023 has been released, promising two days of insightful content sessions that delve into various aspects of the green coffee industry. This virtual event is free to attend, offering a unique opportunity for coffee enthusiasts and industry professionals to explore the latest trends and innovations.
Day 1 Highlights:
Welcome to Green Coffee Summit and the Extraordinary Extrinsic
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
SCA’s Chief Sustainability and Knowledge Development Officer, Kim Elena Ionescu, will kick off the summit by unveiling the results of the Extrinsic Attributes Survey. Gain valuable insights into the trends shaping the future of green coffee.
The Future of the Coffee Sector in the Context of Due Diligence Regulations: Possible Scenarios
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Explore the rapidly changing legislative landscape impacting global commodity trade. Understand the implications of due diligence regulations and get an in-depth look at the EU Deforestation Regulation and its potential consequences for the coffee sector.
Value Creation and Value Distribution: The Role of Intangibles in Coffee
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Luis Fernando Samper will delve into the role of intangibles in coffee, with a focus on Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Learn how technology can unlock value from extrinsic attributes in green coffee trade, using Ethiopia as a case study.
Sustainable Sourcing Strategies and Value Models
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Join industry experts Stephanie Daniels, José Rivera, and Michael Sheridan in a live panel discussion on innovative value models and strategies. Explore sustainable sourcing practices that benefit both the environment and foster positive social change.
Day 2 Highlights:
Applying the Coffee Value Assessment in Contracts
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cerianne Bury from Trabocca will shed light on the practical application of Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) in contracts. Gain insights into how CVA can be effectively utilized in contract negotiations to understand the inherent value in coffee transactions.
Private Auctions: What Sellers Need to Know
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
JNP Coffee Founder, Jeanine Niyonzima-Aroian, shares lessons learned from hosting the first private auction in Burundi. Discover the challenges and opportunities in private auctions and how they can benefit specialty coffee producers and green coffee sellers.
Coffee’s Agricultural Innovation Crisis: Missing Opportunities to Create Value for Farmers
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Join a live panel discussion with coffee experts Dr. Kraig Kraft, Dr. Tania Humphrey, and Dr. Jane Cheserek as they explore innovation in coffee breeding and genetic foot-printing. Gain insights into reshaping the landscape of coffee agriculture for sustainable practices and enhanced value for farmers.
Coffee Value Assessment and the Processing Revolution
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
A live panel featuring industry leaders will explore the intersection of the SCA Coffee Value Assessment and the Processing Revolution. Discover how innovative design of coffee attributes is shaping new market trends and informing breakthroughs in coffee production and processing.
Panel Discussions on Global Coffee Markets: 2022
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Europe) / 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (North America)
Gain a comprehensive overview of coffee consumption in Europe and North America in 2022. Explore preferences, changing trends, and growth opportunities through a combination of national data and personal experiences of specialty coffee professionals.
Demystifying Impact Investing: Definition, Barriers, and Opportunities for Actors in the Coffee Sector
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Explore the world of impact investing in the coffee sector. Understand the definition, barriers, and opportunities for actors involved in this increasingly popular form of investment.
Turning Data into (Ethical) Action
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Vera Espindola Rafael will introduce “A Sustainable Coffee Buyer’s Guide” and Azahar’s methodology for data collection. Learn how green coffee buyers can use data to make ethical purchasing decisions that recognize the value created by specialty coffee producers.
Summit Focus: Value Models, Sourcing Strategies, and Attributes Shaping the Industry
The free-to-attend virtual summit will feature live content focused on value models, sourcing strategies, and attributes in green coffee that are shaping trading and business models for coffee companies and producers-organizations worldwide. Showcasing panel discussions, lectures, and market presentations, the live two-day summit will offer insights and well-founded, actionable knowledge for producers, traders, and green coffee buyers. Don’t miss out on the Green Coffee Summit 2023 – your gateway to the latest advancements and trends in the world of green coffee.