Harvesting Green Coffee

Understand coffee varieties, tree development, and how altitude, soil, and climate affect cup quality.
Selective Cherry Harvesting
Learn how to identify, pick, and sort ripe cherries to ensure the highest quality for processing.
Processing Methods and Their Impact
Gain hands-on experience with natural, washed, and honey processing, and how each method influences flavor and structure.
Drying Techniques and Moisture Control
Learn to monitor and manage drying on patios and raised beds to prevent defects and preserve quality.
Green Coffee Sorting, Grading, and Storage
Understand how coffee is graded, how defects are identified, and how storage conditions affect long-term quality.
Traceability and Lot Separation
Follow a micro-lot through the post-harvest process to understand traceability in the specialty coffee supply chain.
Sensory Evaluation and Cupping
Learn standard cupping protocols and develop your sensory skills to evaluate coffee attributes objectively.
Post-Harvest Logistics and Export Preparation
Discover how coffee moves from farm to port, including export documentation, quality assurance, and buyer coordination.
Sustainability Practices and Farm Realities
Explore the environmental and social aspects of coffee production, including real-world challenges faced by producers.