Welcome to the 5th episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.

Returning to the podcast for the second time in 2025 are audience favourites, Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil and Angel Barrera from Belco (in France), based in Colombia.

This series is a follow-up to the last time Felipe and Angel appeared on the podcast, at the beginning of 2025. At that time, the discussion was focused on the forces driving the coffee crisis and the expectations of the year ahead in coffee.

Now, as we head towards the final quarter of 2025, we revisit the topics we discussed in our last series, examining the realities of the state of the coffee supply chain and the status of the coffee crisis.

In this final episode of this Map It Forward podcast series, Lee, Felipe, and Angel discuss the current state and future of the global coffee industry in 2025.

They delve into various issues affecting the market, from sky-high prices to supply chain complexities.

The conversation highlights the need for businesses to be better informed, focus on the value proposition, and adapt in an uncertain market.

They also touch upon the importance of sustainable practices and conscious consumerism.

The episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone involved in the coffee industry.

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Welcome to the 4th episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.

Returning to the podcast for the second time in 2025 are audience favourites, Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil and Angel Barrera from Belco (in France), based in Colombia.

This series is a follow-up to the last time Felipe and Angel appeared on the podcast, at the beginning of 2025. At that time, the discussion was focused on the forces driving the coffee crisis and the expectations of the year ahead in coffee.

Now, as we head towards the final quarter of 2025, we revisit the topics we discussed in our last series, examining the realities of the state of the coffee supply chain and the status of the coffee crisis.

In this episode of this Map It Forward podcast, Lee, Felipe, and Angel delve into the ongoing consolidation within the industry and its impact on small and medium-sized businesses.

The conversation explores how market concentration affects producers, roasters, and traders, and highlights the opportunities for innovation and niche markets.

They also examine the role of mega-conglomerates like Keurig, Dr. Pepper, JDE Peet's, and Nestle.

The discussion emphasizes the importance of traceability, adaptability, and creative business models to compete against the giants.

Join us for an insightful and balanced conversation about the future of the volatile coffee market.

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Welcome to the 3rd episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.

Returning to the podcast for the second time in 2025 are audience favourites, Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil and Angel Barrera from Belco (in France), based in Colombia.

This series is a follow-up to the last time Felipe and Angel appeared on the podcast, at the beginning of 2025. At that time, the discussion was focused on the forces driving the coffee crisis and the expectations of the year ahead in coffee.

Now, as we head towards the final quarter of 2025, we revisit the topics we discussed in our last series, examining the realities of the state of the coffee supply chain and the status of the coffee crisis.

In this episode of this Map It Forward podcast, Lee, Felipe, and Angel discuss the challenges facing coffee production in 2025, market volatility, and the shifts in consumer expectations.

Key topics include the impact of climate change on coffee farms, the shift towards Robusta production, the future of specialty coffee, and the importance of sustainable supply chains.

The episode provides insights into why purely specialty coffee businesses struggle and what needs to change for them to thrive in a volatile market.

Join the conversation on how the coffee industry needs to evolve to meet these new challenges and opportunities.

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Welcome to the 2nd episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.

Returning to the podcast for the second time in 2025 are audience favourites, Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil and Angel Barrera from Belco (in France), based in Colombia.

This series is a follow-up to the last time Felipe and Angel appeared on the podcast, at the beginning of 2025. At that time, the discussion was focused on the forces driving the coffee crisis and the expectations of the year ahead in coffee.

Now, as we head towards the final quarter of 2025, we revisit the topics we discussed in our last series, examining the realities of the state of the coffee supply chain and the status of the coffee crisis.

In this episode of this Map It Forward podcast, Lee, Felipe, and Angel focus on the incredible market volatility experienced in 2025, driven by factors such as fluctuating market prices, currency exchange rates, and geopolitical tariffs.

They explore how volatility affects decision-making, client interactions, and stability within the industry.

Additionally, the conversation touches upon the influence of tariffs and logistical challenges in maintaining stable coffee supplies to global markets.

For more detailed insights, join us in this in-depth discussion.

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Welcome to the first episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.

Returning to the podcast for the second time in 2025 are audience favourites, Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil and Angel Barrera from Belco (in France), based in Colombia.

This series is a follow-up to the last time Felipe and Angel appeared on the podcast, at the beginning of 2025. At that time, the discussion was focused on the forces driving the coffee crisis and the expectations of the year ahead in coffee.

Now, as we head towards the final quarter of 2025, we revisit the topics we discussed in our last series, examining the realities of the state of the coffee supply chain and the status of the coffee crisis.

In this episode of this Map It Forward podcast, host Lee Safar teams up with coffee industry experts Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera to discuss the unforeseen and unprecedented events that have unfolded in the global coffee market during 2025.

They delve into how East Africa and Colombia diverged from market expectations, the effects of government-set prices in Ethiopia, and the rapid consumption of East African coffee inventories.

They also touch on the growing need for multilingual support in the coffee industry podcast and announce exciting changes coming to Map It Forward in 2026, including the introduction of advertisements.

This episode sets the stage for understanding the new chaotic normal in coffee production and trade, and prepares listeners for a deeper exploration of the driving forces behind this volatility in subsequent episodes.

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