This is episode five of a 5-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward, hosted by Lee Safar, featuring first-time guest Greg Oddo.

Greg is a weather strategist who specialises in coffee for Sucafina. In this series, Lee and Greg discuss the role that weather is playing in the coffee market.

In this episode of the podcast series, Lee and Greg discuss challenges such as extremely wet or dry seasons, the effects of warming climates on coffee crops, and the heightened market volatility influenced by these weather conditions.

The episode delves into potential solutions for mitigating these impacts, including increasing coffee supply and adopting sustainable practices.

They also touch on how computer algorithms play a role in market trading. As the year 2025 wraps up, both Lee and Greg reflect on the past year's challenges in the coffee industry and offer insights into what 2026 might hold.

Map It Forward wishes you all a wonderful holiday season and a successful 2026 ahead. We'll see you back for the first episode of the podcast after a few weeks break on Monday, Jan 12th, 2026!

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This is episode four of a 5-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward, hosted by Lee Safar, featuring first-time guest Greg Oddo.

Greg is a weather strategist who specialises in coffee for Sucafina. In this series, Lee and Greg discuss the role that weather is playing in the coffee market.

In this episode of the podcast series, Lee and Greg discuss the critical role of open source data in the coffee industry.

They focus on data transparency, specifically in Brazil's weather reporting, and the necessity of self-education in accessing free available data.

Greg emphasizes the importance of observational data quality and transparency to avoid market manipulation and improve decision-making for coffee farmers and businesses.

Additionally, the episode highlights upcoming changes for Map It Forward in 2026, including the introduction of multi-language support and B2B advertising opportunities.

Join us as we delve into why open source data is vital for accurate weather predictions and market strategies in the coffee sector.

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This is episode three of a 5-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward, hosted by Lee Safar, featuring first-time guest Greg Oddo.

Greg is a weather strategist who specialises in coffee for Sucafina. In this series, Lee and Greg discuss the role that weather is playing in the coffee market.

In this episode of the podcast series, Lee and Greg discuss the potential impact of climate change on the coffee industry, including the prediction that we have only 20 harvests left due to rising temperatures and increasing weather volatility.

The conversation dives into how the industry can adapt, including regenerative agriculture, new varieties, and the role of corporate farming. This episode is part of a five-part series exploring the crucial issues facing the coffee industry today.

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This is episode two of a 5-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward, hosted by Lee Safar, featuring first-time guest Greg Oddo.

Greg is a weather strategist who specialises in coffee for Sucafina. In this series, Lee and Greg discuss the role that weather is playing in the coffee market.

In this episode of the podcast series, Lee and Greg discuss the intricate relationship between weather and coffee prices.

They delve into how weather events affect market volatility and pricing, particularly in the context of 2025's record-high fluctuations.

The discussion highlights the impact of weather in major coffee-producing regions like Brazil and Vietnam, and how traders, producers, and roasters are navigating these challenges.

The episode sheds light on the speculative nature of the market and its real-world consequences for various stakeholders in the coffee industry.

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This is episode one of a 5-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward, hosted by Lee Safar, featuring first-time guest Greg Oddo.

Greg is a weather strategist who specialises in coffee for Sucafina. In this series, Lee and Greg discuss the role that weather is playing in the coffee market.

In this episode of the podcast series, Lee and Greg discuss the increasing global temperatures and how weather events like the Brazilian Frost of 2021 have drastically impacted coffee prices and supply chains.

Learn how weather data helps forecasts and mitigates risks in coffee production. Stay tuned for deeper insights into why paying attention to weather is crucial for the coffee industry.

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