Coffee Industry Resources
Coffee Industry Resource Hub: Importing, Trade, and Expertise
Coffee Trade Shows & Conferences
1. Specialty Coffee Expo (SCA Expo)
Description: The largest specialty coffee trade show in North America, featuring exhibitors, workshops, and networking events.
Benefit: Connect with suppliers, roasters, and industry leaders.
2. World of Coffee
Description: A premier coffee event organized by the Specialty Coffee Association in Europe.
Benefit: Offers networking opportunities and exposure to the latest innovations in coffee.
3. Coffee Fest
Description: A U.S.-based trade show featuring coffee education, competitions, and product showcases.
Benefit: Ideal for coffee businesses looking to expand their reach and learn about emerging trends.
4. National Coffee Association (NCA) Annual Convention
Description: Brings together key players in the coffee industry for discussions on business strategy, research, and market trends.
Benefit: Stay ahead with market research and regulatory updates.
5. The Coffee Roasters Guild
Description: Global trade guild of the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) dedicated to inspire a diverse coffee roasting community
Benefit: Deepen roasting expertise and build professional relationships.
6. Coffee & Chocolate Expo
Description: Focuses on coffee and chocolate pairings, attracting baristas, roasters, and chocolatiers.
Benefit: Discover new coffee pairings and collaboration opportunities.
7. Intercontinental Coffee Trading
Description: ICT Coffee is your prominent importer of specialty green coffee whether you are a startup, large corporate roaster or anything in between.
Benefit: Build direct trade relationships with coffee producers.
8. World Barista Championship & World Brewers Cup
Description: The premier global coffee competition showcasing the best baristas and brewers.
Benefit: Learn cutting-edge brewing and espresso preparation techniques.
Trade Publications
1. Daily Coffee News
Description: Industry news site by Roast Magazine covering specialty coffee trends.
Benefit: Stay informed about market movements and innovations.
2. Fresh Cup Magazine
Description: Covers coffee retailing, cafes, and brewing techniques.
Benefit: Great resource for café owners and baristas.
3. Roast Magazine
Description: A publication focused on roasting techniques, sustainability, and business strategies.
Benefit: Essential for roasters seeking to refine their craft.
4. Barista Magazine
Description: Dedicated to professional baristas and café owners.
Benefit: Offers deep insights into coffee culture and barista techniques.
Description: Covers market analysis, trends, and new coffee technologies.
Benefit: Ideal for importers and exporters keeping up with global coffee trends.
6. Perfect Daily Grind
Description: Offers insights into specialty coffee sourcing, brewing, and business management.
Benefit: Comprehensive content for anyone in the coffee supply chain.
Informational Websites
1. Sustainable Coffee Challenge
Description: A global initiative to promote sustainability in the coffee industry.
Benefit: Provides guidance on ethical sourcing and sustainability practices.
2. The Coffee Science Foundation
Description: Conducts research on coffee flavor chemistry and health benefits.
Benefit: Gain scientific insights on coffee’s impact on human health.
3. Coffee & Conservation
Description: Focuses on sustainable coffee farming and conservation efforts.
Benefit: Learn about shade-grown and bird-friendly coffee farming.
4. International Coffee Organization (ICO) Market Reports
Description: Provides economic reports, trade data, and sustainability initiatives.
Benefit: Get real-time global coffee market insights.
Industry Associations
1. Specialty Coffee Association (SCA)
Description: The largest global organization for the specialty coffee industry.
Benefit: Offers training, research, and networking opportunities.
2. National Coffee Association (NCA)
Description: Represents the entire U.S. coffee industry, from growers to retailers.
Benefit: Provides market data, advocacy, and education.
3. World Coffee Research (WCR)
Description: Conducts scientific research to improve coffee sustainability and productivity.
Benefit: Essential for growers and traders focused on coffee breeding.
4. International Coffee Organization (ICO)
Description: Intergovernmental body promoting global coffee sector development.
Benefit: Access to coffee policy discussions and trade reports.
5. Coffee Roasters Guild
Description: A community for professional coffee roasters.
Benefit: Connect with fellow roasters and stay updated on roasting science.
Bonus: sca.coffee