This is the 4th of a five-part series on the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast with Michael Sheridan from the CQI. Michael has joined us on the podcast to discuss the changes recently announced at SCA Expo in Houston regarding the licensing agreement of the Q grader program to the SCA and what it means moving forward.

This series originally aired on the Map It Forward global podcast in June and we felt it relevant to air it on the Middle East Podcast now as the as the Q-Grader program is sunset.

You can now listen to this podcast overdubbed in most languages on our YouTube channel https://YouTube.com/mapitforward by selecting the audio options in the bottom right-hand corner of the video.

In the final episode of this intensive series, Lee and Michael discuss the significant changes and future direction of CQI, amidst the various crises set to impact the coffee industry by 2025.

Michael provides insights into how CQI plans to navigate these challenges and maintain trust within the community.

This episode unpacks the critical role of quality in the coffee trade and what CQI is doing to uphold its mission despite the hurdles.

Don't miss this closing chapter filled with vital industry insights.

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This is the 4th of a five-part series on the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast with Michael Sheridan from the CQI. Michael has joined us on the podcast to discuss the changes recently announced at SCA Expo in Houston regarding the licensing agreement of the Q grader program to the SCA and what it means moving forward.

This series originally aired on the Map It Forward global podcast in June and we felt it relevant to air it on the Middle East Podcast now as the as the Q-Grader program is sunset.

You can now listen to this podcast overdubbed in most languages on our YouTube channel https://YouTube.com/mapitforward by selecting the audio options in the bottom right-hand corner of the video.

In this episode of the Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, host Lee Safar converses with Michael Sheridan about CQI's critical transition, immediate next steps after recent decisions, will the industry find a path back to trusting the CQI, and the broader impact on the coffee industry.

Sheridan details the four key processes involved in the transition phase, including the fast-track path for Q graders to the new Q system, the PHP program's curriculum review, and efforts to rebuild trust within the community.

They discuss organizational sentiments and the implications of the CQI-SCA relationship, while also touching on perceptions of the recent changes and the future roadmap.

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This is the 3rd of a five-part series on the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast with Michael Sheridan from the CQI. Michael has joined us on the podcast to discuss the changes recently announced at SCA Expo in Houston regarding the licensing agreement of the Q grader program to the SCA and what it means moving forward.

This series originally aired on the Map It Forward global podcast in June and we felt it relevant to air it on the Middle East Podcast now as the as the Q-Grader program is sunset.

You can now listen to this podcast overdubbed in most languages on our YouTube channel https://YouTube.com/mapitforward by selecting the audio options in the bottom right-hand corner of the video.

In this episode of the Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee engages in a heated and detailed discussion with Michael Sheridan from the CQI.

They delve into the reasons and aftermath of the recent changes in CQI's licensing agreement with the SCA.

Michael clarifies the decision-making process, the lack of community consultation, and the subsequent reaction from the Q grading community.

This candid conversation aims to address the feelings of betrayal and distrust while providing insights into the future steps for the CQI.

Join us as we explore the complexities and challenges faced by the organization in this pivotal moment.

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This is the 2nd of a five-part series on the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast with Michael Sheridan from the CQI. Michael has joined us on the podcast to discuss the changes recently announced at SCA Expo in Houston regarding the licensing agreement of the Q grader program to the SCA and what it means moving forward.

This series originally aired on the Map It Forward global podcast in June and we felt it relevant to air it on the Middle East Podcast now as the as the Q-Grader program is sunset.

You can now listen to this podcast overdubbed in most languages on our YouTube channel https://YouTube.com/mapitforward by selecting the audio options in the bottom right-hand corner of the video.

In this in-depth episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Michael from the Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) discuss the significant changes at CQI, focusing on its mission to serve coffee producers and the implications of the recent agreement with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA).

They explore the historical context, the challenges faced by CQI, the financial considerations, and the details of the new licensing and grant agreements that shape the future of coffee quality standards.

Michael provides insights into the roles of both organizations, the importance of development projects, and the potential impact on the coffee industry at large.

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