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Why Wear Boots While Washing Coffee?
Standing in Water: Coffee beans are washed in large water tanks or channels during the washing process. Workers need to stand in this water as they agitate and stir the beans to remove the mucilage effectively. Boots protect their feet from prolonged exposure to water. Hygiene and Safety: Coffee washing stations can get quite messy. With beans, mucilage, and water all around, boots provide a barrier that helps maintain hygiene and prevents slipping accidents. Temperature Control: Depending on the region, coffee washing …
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The Art of Coffee Sorting: From Raw Beans to a Cup of Perfection
Coffee, a beloved elixir that graces our mornings and fuels our days, embarks on a remarkable journey from the plantations to our cups. At the heart of this journey lies a crucial yet often overlooked step: coffee sorting. In this blog, we delve into the intricate process that transforms freshly washed coffee beans into a cup of liquid art, and the energy and dedication it takes to achieve that perfect brew. The Labor-Intensive Task of Sorting Imagine a scene: a woman hunched …
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A Beginner’s Guide to Coffee Cupping: Steps and Techniques
Coffee cupping is a valuable practice used by coffee professionals and enthusiasts to evaluate and appreciate the various flavors, aromas, and nuances of different coffee beans. Whether you're a coffee connoisseur, a coffee shop owner, or simply someone curious about the art of coffee tasting, this blog post will walk you through the essential steps of a coffee cupping session. Step 1: Gathering the Tools: To conduct a successful coffee cupping, you'll need the following tools: Freshly roasted coffee beans: Select a …
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A Successful Harvest Season at GMAC: Celebrating Green Mountain Arabica Coffee
As the coffee harvesting season comes to a close, we at GMAC (Green Mountain Arabica Coffee) are delighted to share the news of a fruitful and successful season. Our dedicated team of farmers has worked tirelessly to cultivate and nurture our high-quality Arabica coffee beans. Join us as we reflect on the highlights of this season and celebrate the exquisite taste and aroma of our coffee. Bountiful Harvest: The 2023 coffee harvesting season at GMAC has been nothing short of remarkable. …
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GMAC’s Remarkable Experience at China Coffee Expo: Cultivating New Relationships and Enhancing Industry Expertise
GMAC (Green Mountain Arabica Coffee) recently had the privilege of attending the highly anticipated China Coffee Expo, a prominent international event showcasing the finest coffee products and fostering industry collaboration. Our participation at the expo proved to be an exceptional opportunity to connect with potential clients, gain valuable insights, and participate in various training programs. In this blog post, we will highlight the remarkable experience GMAC had at the China Coffee Expo, emphasizing the significance of cultivating new relationships and …
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Empowering Communities and Building Sustainable Development: Robobank Netherland Funds Our Coffee Hulling Industry Project
We are thrilled to announce that the Hulling Coffee Industry Project, which aims to bring sustainable development and community empowerment to a local area, has received funding from RAB Bank Netherland. GMAC The project focuses on building an industry for hulling coffee, which will not only provide new job opportunities for the community, but also increase the value of their coffee production. The project has been progressing well, and the Robobank Netherland Project Manager and Program Manager for Africa recently visited to …
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Natural Coffee Processing
Natural coffee processing is a method of processing coffee beans that involves drying the beans inside the fruit, rather than removing the fruit first. This method of processing is often used in countries with dry climates, such as Brazil,but here at GMAC we also prepare it, where the fruit can be left to dry in the sun. Here's a breakdown of the natural coffee processing phase from farm until it's dried: Harvesting: Coffee is typically harvested when the fruit is ripe, …
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It’s that time of the year again – coffee harvesting season has recently begun!
The sweet aroma of freshly picked coffee beans fills the air, and farmers all around the world are busy at work collecting the fruits of their labor. Here at Green Mountain Arabica Coffee (GMAC), we're excited to be a part of this annual tradition and are working hard to prepare our coffee for the world to enjoy. At GMAC, we take pride in producing some of the finest Arabica coffee beans in the world. Our farmers carefully cultivate and tend to …
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Insights from the #AgriTech International Agricultural Exhibition 2023 in Qatar
Last week, I had the opportunity to attend the #AgriTech Coffee Farmers Meeting in Qatar. It was a great event where coffee farmers from different parts of the world came together to discuss their experiences, share knowledge, and explore new technologies that can help them grow their businesses. Here are some of the key insights I gained from the event. Climate change is a major challenge for coffee farmers. One of the main challenges that coffee farmers face today is climate change. …
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A Guide to Common Coffee Pests & Diseases
Pests and diseases can ruin your coffee crop. An infestation or outbreak that is badly handled can mean financial hardship or even devastation. But do you know which pests and diseases are the greatest threats? And how do you identify them? Let’s take a look at coffee pests and diseases to better understand what they are and how to handle them. source: pexels.com WHAT CAUSES DISEASES & ATTRACTS PESTS Like any crop, the coffee plant is vulnerable to pests and diseases. A 2012 report by Fabienne …
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5 Tips for Brewing the Perfect Cup of Coffee
If you're a coffee lover like me, you know that there's nothing quite like a perfect cup of coffee to start your day off right. But if you're not a barista, you may not know all the tricks of the trade for brewing the perfect cup. Here are five tips to help you make the most of your coffee beans and brew a delicious cup every time: 1.Start with fresh, high-quality beans. Good coffee starts with good beans, so it's worth …
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A Guide to Growing Healthy Coffee Trees
Your coffee crop can only be as good as your coffee trees – but growing strong, healthy, and productive plants means paying attention to several critical variables. Whether you’re a producer looking to improve the quality and quantity of your cherries, or a roaster/coffee buyer working with producers, it’s important that you know these. These are some practices recommended by Fernando Farfan, an agronomist with the Colombian Coffee Growers Federation’s research centre Cenicafé, Read and discover. LOCATION & CLIMATE Fernando's first concern is …
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