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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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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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Ethiopia Coffee Harvest 2026: High cherry prices and a tighter washed outlook

Ethiopia Coffee Harvest 2026: High cherry prices and a tighter washed outlook

This season is defined by a structural shift in raw material costs. For roasters, this means the era of cheap, easy-to-find spot offerings is ending for this season. To secure the quality you want, you should shift to active forward planning.

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Direct sourcing calendar 2026-27 for green buyers

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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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.

Read more
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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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Where do I find information about my next shipment?

Where do I find information about my next shipment?

Track your upcoming shipments easily in your Algrano account. See your contracts onboard the container, the shipping dates, the load port, and find the contacts of the responsible exporter.

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How to pitch coffees to roasters: a guide to direct sales

How to pitch coffees to roasters: a guide to direct sales

Nico Herr of Mountain Harvest shares her experience in sales to roasters, alongside one of her partners, Luci Ramirez from Humboldt Bay Coffee. They walk you through what it takes to pitch coffees to roasters, and how to start strong relationships.

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Ethiopia Coffee Harvest 2026: High cherry prices and a tighter washed outlook

This season is defined by a structural shift in raw material costs. For roasters, this means the era of cheap, easy-to-find spot offerings is ending for this season. To secure the quality you want, you should shift to active forward planning.

Read more
people sitting on chairs
Ethiopia Coffee Harvest 2026: High cherry prices and a tighter washed outlook

Ethiopia Coffee Harvest 2026: High cherry prices and a tighter washed outlook

This season is defined by a structural shift in raw material costs. For roasters, this means the era of cheap, easy-to-find spot offerings is ending for this season. To secure the quality you want, you should shift to active forward planning.

Read more
Direct sourcing calendar 2026-27 for green buyers

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.

Read more
Betting on Partnership: Tasting events with Sancoffee and Clearpath

Betting on Partnership: Tasting events with Sancoffee and Clearpath

Join us in Zurich or Raleigh to celebrate two of our partners: Sancoffee and Clearpath. Get an exclusive look at their amazing auction lots before they are gone!

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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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