We’re back to our usual banter this week to discuss the increasing cost of coffee, our beloved agricultural commodity, and the impact of global market mayhem on our daily cup. The global coffee supply chain has been burdened with logistics delays, like most consumer goods, and continues to be hampered by the pandemic. We also touch on ecological issues that regularly affect coffee-producing countries and can have an impact on pricing of specialty coffee. 

Info dropped in this episode: 

"C" Market and how it relates to specialty coffee: What Is The C Market?

Further reading from International Coffee Organisation, Feb 2022 Coffee Market Report: Despite conflict in Europe, the Composite Indicator Price increased for 17 straight months in February 2022.

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 Music / Sound Effects Include:

“We had Ramen” by Smartface

“Seagulls 3”, “Tugboat Horn 2”, “Monkey Colobus 13”, “Coin Purse Shake”,  “Cartoon Voice 1”, “Coin Bag Drop 1”, “Arrow Impact Wood 1” and “Kids Cheer Light” by SFX Producer 

“Whimsical Wonderful (Sting)” by Gavin Luke 

“Then I Go” by Damma Beatz

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