Field Notes

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A Discourse on Freshly Roasted Coffee
When is freshly roasted coffee best?
It is the most elusive question amongst all coffee drinkers and roasters. The classic answer is that it depends. That is not an evasive answer to an ever-elus...

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Specialty Coffee: A Phenomenon or A Revolution?
Ah, the irresistible aroma of coffee! But have you ever thought about what sets specialty coffee apart? And why do they cost more than most coffee available in the market?
Let's slowly uncover the ...

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Traceable Coffee and Its Impact on Your Cafe Business
Are you wondering why your shop's coffee grinder is suddenly giving in? Or why you can't seem to get a consistent brew with the same coffee? Well, this might come off as a shock to you, but you mig...

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The Philippine Coffee Industry Transformed by the PhilCAFE Project
PhilCAFE is a five-year collaborative effort between the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and ACDI/VOCA. Read more about some of the most notable programs they initiated.