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How to research a roaster before you message them

Their website, LinkedIn and Instagram tell you who buys, what they source and what they care about. Here's what to look for before you hit send.

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How to research a roaster before you message them

How to research a roaster before you message them

Their website, LinkedIn and Instagram tell you who buys, what they source and what they care about. Here's what to look for before you hit send.

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How to reward your loyal buyers with a private offer

How to reward your loyal buyers with a private offer

Your cost to sell to the same roasters goes down after the third year, giving you flexibility to reward them. Identify which roasters can get an offer without the Matchmaking fee. They get a better price and your FOB remains the same.

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How to use your CRM data for repeat coffee sales

How to use your CRM data for repeat coffee sales

Six ideas on how to use the roaster information you already have to improve retention, sell more to the same buyers and make cold leads warm again.

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How to research a roaster before you message them

Their website, LinkedIn and Instagram tell you who buys, what they source and what they care about. Here's what to look for before you hit send.

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people sitting on chairs
How to reward your loyal buyers with a private offer

How to reward your loyal buyers with a private offer

Your cost to sell to the same roasters goes down after the third year, giving you flexibility to reward them. Identify which roasters can get an offer without the Matchmaking fee. They get a better price and your FOB remains the same.

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How to use your CRM data for repeat coffee sales

How to use your CRM data for repeat coffee sales

Six ideas on how to use the roaster information you already have to improve retention, sell more to the same buyers and make cold leads warm again.

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How to keep your green coffee buyers: when to follow up

How to keep your green coffee buyers: when to follow up

The three key moments when every producer should engage their buyers to strengthen relationships and improve retention

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Peru's 2026 harvest is smaller and later than usual - here's how we can help

Peru's harvest is later and smaller than usual this year as a result of heavier rain and disease. Direct relationships with producers mean harvest timing and availability are being tracked in real time, so roasters have a clearer picture of what's coming. Here's what's happening and how to plan.

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U.S. Roasters: Your Tariff Refund Update

U.S. Roasters: Your Tariff Refund Update

Tariffs paid on green coffee imports are approved for refund. Here's what that means for how and when your money comes back, and next steps.

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Brazil & Peru 2026 Harvest Update

Brazil & Peru 2026 Harvest Update

Fresh from World of Coffee Brussels 2026, we sat down with roasters and producers from Brazil and Peru to get a clear read on this year's harvests. Here's what we learned about both origins and what it means for your sourcing plans.

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World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Algrano Agenda for Roasters & Producers

World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Algrano Agenda for Roasters & Producers

World of Coffee Brussels is one of the few moments in the year when roasters and producers are all in the same room. Algrano's booth is where we make the most of that. This is your guide to everything happening at Booth #11147 on 25–27 June 2026.

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Direct sourcing calendar 2026-27 for green buyers

Your 18-month guide to shipments and arrivals, helping you colourfully plan ahead and enjoy the unique benefits of working directly with producers.

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Our impact: 2023 progress update

Producers are getting more business and premiums, while new roasters are sourcing more coffee than ever with confidence. Learn about Algrano’s impact, pre-financing, data sharing with producers, and what's beyond relationship coffee. 

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Humboldt Bay Coffee x Mountain Harvest

Discover how Humboldt Bay Coffee transformed its sourcing by partnering directly with Mountain Harvest. This case study reveals how shared values, transparent relationships, and Algrano's model deliver exceptional quality & significant farmer impact!
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Landed price explained. How going beyond FOB helps your sales to roasters

Learn how to clearly present your coffee's price to any roaster, discover your coffee's true market value, and become more competitive.

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Are you ready to sell coffee on Algrano?

What you need to know before sending private offers to your roasters.

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US tariffs update

The US has introduced new tariffs on green coffee, starting April 5th, 2025. We understand you may have questions. Below is a summary of the new tariffs and what they mean for roasters in the USA and your supply chain partners at origin.

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Provide Market Feedback: Join our Roaster Panel

Help producers become better sellers by joining our Roaster Panel. Express your interest here!

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World of Coffee Geneva 2025: Join Algrano for a week of connection, celebration, and coffee!

Join Algrano at Booth #1369 at World of Coffee Geneva, June 26th to 28th. Celebrate our 10th anniversary, meet producers & roasters, experience unique cuppings, explore DACH market insights with CEO Raphael Studer, and network with roasters and coffee professionals cycling through Geneva. Your hub for direct sourcing – connect with the Algrano team!

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From farm to roaster: How coffee producers navigate the market

How do coffee producers really sell their beans and what stands in the way of fair prices? From learning to price and market their own lots to surviving climate shocks and challenging the rules of global trade, Brazilian producers show what it really takes to “go direct.” Featuring insights from the Filter Stories podcast, this post unpacks the real business behind beautiful coffee, and why relationships, not just quality, drive sustainability.

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Algrano at SCA Expo 2025: Redefining coffee relationships in Houston

From a buzzing booth to bold conversations on finance and accountability, producers and roasters came together not just to taste coffee, but to rewrite the rules of how it’s sourced. This post brings you the standout stories: a roaster’s call for real commitment, a producer’s fight for fair credit, and the quiet power of transparent conversations that actually change things.

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SCA Expo 2025: A guide for roasters and producers

Whether you're sourcing green coffee, showcasing your harvest, or just soaking in the energy, SCA Expo 2025 is the place to be.
This guide breaks down everything you need to plan your schedule, taste the right coffees, hit impactful lectures, and build meaningful relationships across the supply chain—especially if you're a roaster or producer. Don’t just attend: make it count.

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What we learned in Honduras: credit, chisme, and why origin trips hit different

When we landed for PRF Honduras 2025 (Producer Roaster Forum), we expected to talk about climate change and the C market. We got way more than that. Between warehouse visits, bank-controlled coffee, and CEO-level farmers, one thing became clear: origin is where the action is. Here’s a recap of what we saw, heard, and learned—or at least what can be shared in public… 

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Algrano at SCA Expo 2025: Your guide to our events

Algrano is heading to Houston for SCA Expo 2025, and we’ve got an exciting lineup of events where you can connect with us! From networking with producers to workshops and thought-provoking lectures, here’s everything you need to know.

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What the C?!? The C-market explained

A primer on the C-market, demystifying its terms, jargon, and operations. As market volatility persists, understanding how it operates is more important than ever. For green buyers, navigating price swings and supply uncertainties means making informed decisions rather than waiting on the sidelines.

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We’re shipping Centrals early. Here’s everything you need to know

Central America’s coffee harvest is another casualty of the weather crisis. Buyers are circling like sharks, and producers are calling it what it is: war. Here’s the full season breakdown and why quick decisions matter. 

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