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How to Make the Most of World of Coffee Brussels 2026: 7 Tips For Roasters

Don’t let the hundreds of booths and events overwhelm you. This trade show is a rare opportunity to build the face-to-face producer relationships that define sourcing for years to come. Discover our tips to stay focused and ensure your time in Brussels transforms your business.

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How to Make the Most of World of Coffee Brussels 2026: 7 Tips For Roasters

How to Make the Most of World of Coffee Brussels 2026: 7 Tips For Roasters

Don’t let the hundreds of booths and events overwhelm you. This trade show is a rare opportunity to build the face-to-face producer relationships that define sourcing for years to come. Discover our tips to stay focused and ensure your time in Brussels transforms your business.

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Trade Show Best Practices for Coffee Producers (Tips from Algrano's Sales Team)

Trade Show Best Practices for Coffee Producers (Tips from Algrano's Sales Team)

Producers spend thousands to attend a trade show and many come back with nothing but business cards. Learn what our team does to turn a quick chat into a sales opportunity.

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U.S. Roasters: Your Tariff Refund Process

U.S. Roasters: Your Tariff Refund Process

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down the IEEPA tariffs and are potentially subject to refunds. Algrano has already filed the claimback on your behalf: no action needed on your end. Here's exactly what happens next.

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Trade Show Best Practices for Coffee Producers (Tips from Algrano's Sales Team)

Producers spend thousands to attend a trade show and many come back with nothing but business cards. Learn what our team does to turn a quick chat into a sales opportunity.

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Algrano at World of Coffee San Diego 2026: Agenda For Producers

Algrano at World of Coffee San Diego 2026: Agenda For Producers

Meet roasters, sell your coffee, and learn about Algrano’s Grower Capital program at World of Coffee San Diego 2026. Here’s everything happening at Booth #3622.

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PRF 2026 El Salvador: Algrano’s Agenda

PRF 2026 El Salvador: Algrano’s Agenda

Coming to PRF 2026 El Salvador? Discover how the Algrano Matchmaking Area at the event connects you with shared shipment solutions, financing, and 1:1 direct trade partnerships.

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AFCA 2026 Addis Ababa: Meet roasters and join cuppings and panel!

AFCA 2026 Addis Ababa: Meet roasters and join cuppings and panel!

Algrano and the African Fine Coffees Association are joining forces. We are bringing a delegation of more than 20—including buyers from the US and Europe—to Ethiopia. Join our panel on "Why buying from Africa feels hard" and attend our Open Cupping.

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U.S. Roasters: Your Tariff Refund Process

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down the IEEPA tariffs and are potentially subject to refunds. Algrano has already filed the claimback on your behalf: no action needed on your end. Here's exactly what happens next.

Read more
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U.S. Roasters: Your Tariff Refund Process

U.S. Roasters: Your Tariff Refund Process

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down the IEEPA tariffs and are potentially subject to refunds. Algrano has already filed the claimback on your behalf: no action needed on your end. Here's exactly what happens next.

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Central America & Mexico Harvest 2026: A season of “waves”

Central America & Mexico Harvest 2026: A season of “waves”

After a period of relative stability, the 2026 harvest across Central America and Mexico is proving to be a season of “waves”. While some regions are seeing healthy rebounds, others are facing significant volume drops and timing shifts that could affect your sourcing strategy.

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Algrano at World of Coffee San Diego 2026: Agenda For Roasters

Algrano at World of Coffee San Diego 2026: Agenda For Roasters

Meet producers, cup fresh coffees, and explore direct sourcing strategies with Algrano at World of Coffee San Diego 2026. Here’s everything happening at Booth #3622.

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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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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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Ethiopia is ahead of schedule—and so should your green buying be

We’re optimistic about logistics and quality, but demand will be strong for the second year in a row and the harvest is already wrapping up. Here’s what you need to know to plan ahead. And: what are the new laws that will transform the coffee sector next season.

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All eyes on Honduras after Ethiopian delays and Peru defaults

Honduras is already exporting more coffee than last year. Production may be down slightly, but there’s no talk of shortages. However, roasters should pay close attention to whom they source from. Let’s unpack the Honduran financing landscape and its wave of effects across the sector.

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“I don’t grow coffee in NY”: Ugandan producers on prices and the new crop

Uganda’s Arabica harvest is here, though volumes are down thanks to unpredictable weather. Local exporters are going head-to-head with big traders, supporting farmers with skills and resources. Learn how Uganda’s pricing dynamics impact sustainable sourcing.

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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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Know the carbon footprint of each of your coffees

Want to reduce the roastery’s environmental impact? Algrano now calculates the CO2 emissions of each coffee at checkout. Here, you’ll learn where your biggest impact lies, and what options you have to reduce or offset emissions.

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Will there be enough rain in Brazil to put out the fire in the C-market?

The next few months are going to be key in figuring out if coffee prices stay high and just how tight supply will be. For now, green buyers might need to prepare for more price swings. Waiting it out is getting riskier, so a lot of roasters are already raising their own prices.

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Sourcing Brazil for blends & espresso? Up your skills with this green grading guide

Struggling to find a volume coffee from Brazil that fits your budget? You’re not the only one. Learn about how coffee is graded in this origin and discover what options you have to source a good lot at a price that works for you and the producer.

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Are there crop failures hiding in Brazil? The 2024 harvest update

Brazil is producing and exporting a lot of coffee but things are far from smooth. While volumes are good, producers need more cherries to build exportable coffee lots. With crop failures lurking in the forecasts, here’s what green buyers need to know to talk coffee with suppliers.

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Peruvian coffee is in demand and might sell out faster than you think

Exporters and cooperatives from Peru are seeing a surge in contracts despite high parchment prices. Leaf rust has led to a short supply of clean cup lots—just when Peruvian coffee became the go-to option to cover shipping delays from Ethiopia. Get the full picture here.

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Coffee prices are high. Should I contract now or wait?

Arabica futures have risen since November 2023, hitting lockdown levels and leaving buyers at a standstill. But origins like Brazil and Peru are in season and waiting might be a bad call. Let’s explore what’s happening in the market and the solutions to help you secure supply.

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How the end of the zoning law is affecting Rwanda's  coffee harvest

Fresh samples from Rwanda are on the way. They will be available between the end of May and early June, as the country’s harvest moves to its final stage.

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