International Coffee Convention: Unveiling Real, Science-Based, Sustainable Solutions for the Coffee Industry
International Coffee Convention: Unveiling Real, Science-Based, Sustainable Solutions for the Coffee Industry
Foreword:
In an era marked by profound global changes, the coffee industry confronts significant challenges shaped by climate fluctuations, evolving consumer preferences, sustainability imperatives, and digital transformations. These formidable issues necessitate innovative and sustainable solutions to secure the future of coffee production.
The International Coffee Convention, held from September 30 to October 3, 2023, was a pivotal gathering tailored for decision-makers across the coffee industry, including farmers, roasters, traders, and professionals. Collaborating with experts and colleagues, our collective objective was to discern industry challenges and proffer tangible solutions grounded in scientific principles.
The Event’s Focus:
This landmark event featured presentations by esteemed international experts, delving into crucial topics such as climate change, consumption patterns, sustainability, and digitalization. Attendees gained insights into the current state of the coffee industry, cutting-edge scientific research, and actionable solutions applicable to cultivation, trade, processing, and preparation.
Key Discussion Points:
The trajectory of coffee cultivation in the face of climate change.
Understanding biodiversity and its role in fostering sustainable farming practices.
Adapting to shifts in consumer behavior within the industry.
Strategies for achieving true sustainability in coffee cultivation.
Exploring the significance of coffee by-products in sustainability efforts.
Immediate solutions for the production and processing of coffee by-products.
An overview of novel food regulation and its implications for industry and trade.
Advisory Board:
The convention benefited from the guidance of a distinguished Advisory Board:
Chairman: Dr. Dirk W. Lachenmeier, CVUA Karlsruhe
Prof. Philipp Weller, Mannheim University
Prof. Adriana Farah, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
Prof. Carmen Ablan Lagman, De La Salle University Philippines
Dr. Max Fabian, President International Coffee Organization
Prof. María Dolores del Castillo, Spanish National Research Council
Dr. Steffen Schwarz, Coffee Consulate Mannheim
Scope:
As the world undergoes transformative changes, the coffee industry grapples with major challenges driven by climate shifts, evolving consumer habits, sustainability imperatives, and digital innovations. The convention sought to address these challenges by presenting the latest findings from scientists and practitioners worldwide, spanning diverse disciplines.
Why Participate:
Gain insights into the current state of the coffee industry and contribute to a modern, sustainable future.
Engage in a unique, high-profile event in Mannheim with leading experts and colleagues.
Acquire answers and practical solutions to current and future challenges facing the coffee industry.
Access cutting-edge scientific approaches and practical solutions for coffee cultivation, trade, processing, and preparation.
Receive a summary of all keynotes and video-on-demand access to presentations.
Opportunity to publish your abstract in an MDPI Biology and Life Sciences Forum special issue.
Stand a chance to win the prestigious Kaldi Awards for scientific work in the field of coffee science.
Topics and Questions:
The convention explored pivotal questions, including the future of coffee cultivation, the role of biodiversity in sustainability, adapting to changing consumer behavior, achieving true sustainability in coffee cultivation, the significance of coffee by-products, and the current status of novel food regulation and its implications for the industry and trade.
Although the International Coffee Convention, held from September 30 to October 3, 2023, has concluded, the insights and solutions shared during the event continue to resonate.
We invite you to explore the knowledge and advancements presented, shaping the ongoing dialogue on the future of the coffee industry.
Engage with the post-event materials, including summaries, presentations, and discussions, as we collectively work towards a more sustainable and innovative coffee industry.
Your ongoing participation in this shared journey is crucial for the continued progress of our industry.
what is the KaldiAward
Award title:
Lifetime achievement
Cultivation & Processing
Roasting & Analytics
Preparation & Consumption
Special Award: Coffee Ambassador
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