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PRF returns to El Salvador for 11th edition on 26 & 27 March 2026
Can super-automatic coffee machines really handle different types of milks?
Matcha is taking over, but is it losing its cultural identity in the process?
Coffee News Recap, 19 Sep: Arabica futures drop sharply from near-record high, speaker applications open for PRF El Salvador on 26 & 27 March 2026 & other stories
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. Editor¡¯s note Arabica prices approached an all-time high earlier this week following US tariffs and dry weather in Brazil. On Monday 15 September, arabica futures reached US$4.32/lb ¨C close to the record US$4.41 seen in February 2025 ¨C but have since experienced the fourth-biggest decline in the history of the C market, as volatility continues.… read more
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. Editor¡¯s note Arabica prices approached an all-time high earlier this week following US tariffs and dry weather in Brazil. On Monday 15 September, arabica futures… read more
Industry
Production & Trade
How Jamaica's coffee sector is evolving
Between 1800 and 1840, Jamaica became one of the largest coffee producers in the world…
Between 1800 and 1840, Jamaica became one of the largest coffee producers in the world ¨C producing an estimated 70,000 tonnes per year. However, following…
Bhavi PatelFrom policy to packaging: What roasters need to know about EUDR-ready coffee
The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will come into effect on 30 December 2025 for…
The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will come into effect on 30 December 2025 for medium and large-sized coffee companies and on 30 June 2026…
Melina DevoneyHow Puerto Rican coffee has evolved & emerged
The story of Puerto Rican coffee is one of strength and resilience. The Caribbean island,…
The story of Puerto Rican coffee is one of strength and resilience. The Caribbean island, once the world¡¯s seventh-largest coffee producer, is now home to…
Yudi GuoFive years on, where does the industry stand on infused coffees?
Infused coffees have been one of the most divisive topics in the specialty coffee industry…
Infused coffees have been one of the most divisive topics in the specialty coffee industry over the past few years. Some believe they are a…
Roasting
More roasters are rebranding than ever before ¨C but it's easier said than done
Most businesses refresh their branding once every seven to ten years; however, given how young…
Most businesses refresh their branding once every seven to ten years; however, given how young specialty coffee is, roasters tend to rebrand at a higher…
Tasmin GrantWhy now isn¡¯t a good time to open a roastery as a passion project
Many people dream of opening a coffee shop or roastery, but the romanticism quickly fades…
Many people dream of opening a coffee shop or roastery, but the romanticism quickly fades when reality sets in. The Specialty Coffee Association estimates that…
Jordan MontgomeryRoasters raise prices again, but things are different now
Specialty coffee has long advocated for paying higher, fairer prices for quality, transparency, traceability, and…
Specialty coffee has long advocated for paying higher, fairer prices for quality, transparency, traceability, and sustainability. But green coffee prices have surged by over 70%…
Jordan MontgomeryShould coffee roasters sacrifice margins or increase prices?
Coffee roasters around the world are struggling to navigate the rising tide of costs without…
Coffee roasters around the world are struggling to navigate the rising tide of costs without losing loyal customers. Prices for green coffee have surged, operational…
Coffee Shop & Barista
Iced drinks have changed workflow: How baristas can adapt
Iced, customised drinks are taking over coffee shop menus, often outselling ¡°traditional¡± hot coffee beverages.…
Iced, customised drinks are taking over coffee shop menus, often outselling ¡°traditional¡± hot coffee beverages. Major UK chain Caff¨¨ Nero¡¯s cold drink sales rose 56%…
Bhavi PatelHow to attract and retain the best baristas & roasters
As market volatility reshapes the coffee industry, the ability to attract and retain exceptional talent…
As market volatility reshapes the coffee industry, the ability to attract and retain exceptional talent has never been more critical.? The most successful coffee businesses…
Melina DevoneyHow to deep clean coffee shop equipment
The cleanliness of a coffee shop makes a huge first impression on customers. While cleanliness…
The cleanliness of a coffee shop makes a huge first impression on customers. While cleanliness shapes a cafe¡¯s reputation from a customer¡¯s perspective, the unseen…
Jordan MontgomeryRising prices allow consumers to learn more about coffee shop operations
Around the world, headlines are warning consumers that a sharp increase in coffee shop prices…
Around the world, headlines are warning consumers that a sharp increase in coffee shop prices is a real possibility. Talks of the AU $10 flat…
Consumers
Coffee Essentials
Matcha is taking over, but is it losing its cultural identity in the process?
Culturally, matcha was never meant to be rushed or diluted. Its traditional preparation is meditative,…
Culturally, matcha was never meant to be rushed or diluted. Its traditional preparation is meditative, involving careful measurement and whisking. But in today¡¯s caf¨¦ environment,…
Tasmin GrantAre we still freezing coffee?
Trailblazing roaster George Howell has been freezing both green and roasted coffee since 2001, but…
Trailblazing roaster George Howell has been freezing both green and roasted coffee since 2001, but the practice became much more widespread in the mid-2010s. Many…
Peter GakuoWhy roasters should consider diversifying beyond coffee
Soaring green coffee costs are squeezing roasters¡¯ margins, forcing them to raise retail prices to…
Soaring green coffee costs are squeezing roasters¡¯ margins, forcing them to raise retail prices to stay in business. The demand for matcha, functional and RTD…
Thomas WensmaThere's a matcha shortage in Japan: Where else can it grow?
Global demand for matcha has skyrocketed in recent years, driven by social media and Japan¡¯s…
Global demand for matcha has skyrocketed in recent years, driven by social media and Japan¡¯s post-pandemic tourist boom. Matcha production nearly tripled between 2010 and…
News & Updates
Coffee News Recap, 19 Sep: Arabica futures drop sharply from near-record high, speaker applications open for PRF…
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. …
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. Editor¡¯s note Arabica prices approached an all-time high earlier this…
Tasmin GrantPRF returns to El Salvador for 11th edition on 26 & 27 March 2026
The 11th edition of Producer & Roaster Forum (PRF) will take place on 26 &…
The 11th edition of Producer & Roaster Forum (PRF) will take place on 26 & 27 March 2026 at the Hilton Hotel in San Salvador,…
Jo?o CarvalhoCoffee News Recap, 12 Sep:?Coffee potentially exempt from US tariffs in future trade deals,…
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. …
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. Editor¡¯s note The Trump administration has potentially exempted coffee from…
Jo?o CarvalhoCoffee News Recap, 5 Sep: illycaff¨¨ acquires majority stake in Capitani, Nestl¨¦ names Philipp…
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. …
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. Editor¡¯s note This week marks another milestone in coffee acquisitions.…
Other
As coffee prices stay volatile, has sustainability become less of a priority for roasters?
The plethora of price hikes over the last few years has forced roasters to allocate…
The plethora of price hikes over the last few years has forced roasters to allocate more of their financial resources towards areas that need them…
Elizabeth SturgesHow sustainable packaging is key to a circular economy in coffee
To address the growing global waste production problem, many industries have adopted a circular economy…
To address the growing global waste production problem, many industries have adopted a circular economy model: a system based on the reuse and regeneration of…
Zoe Stanley-ForemanWhy coffee brands need to care about more than sustainability certifications
Sustainability has long been a key focus of specialty coffee¡¯s values and ethos, especially as…
Sustainability has long been a key focus of specialty coffee¡¯s values and ethos, especially as consumers have become more committed than ever to reducing their…
Zoe Stanley-ForemanHow to keep your takeaway coffee as safe as possible
Beverage quality is a priority for any specialty coffee shop. Whether customers stay in to…
Beverage quality is a priority for any specialty coffee shop. Whether customers stay in to enjoy their drinks or take them to go, baristas should…
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