Posts in DCPME - Regenerative Ag
EP 655 Murilo Bettarello - This Project Is Important For Everyone In Coffee - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the 4th episode of a new five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar.

Our guest on the podcast today is Agricultural Engineer, consultant, and coffee farmer, Murilo Bettarello from Brazil. Murilo will be a trainer for our "Introduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming" online workshop series.

In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Murilo discuss the importance of regenerative agriculture in coffee farming and Murilo highlights the significance of knowledge exchange among farmers to avoid past mistakes and improve practices efficiently.

With workshops planned in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, this project aims to provide foundational knowledge on regenerative coffee farming and foster resilience against climate challenges.

Murilo emphasizes the need for healthy soil, technical assistance, and independent farming practices to sustain coffee production and combat environmental issues.

The episode encourages coffee producers and industry stakeholders to engage in these educational initiatives for a sustainable future.

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EP 654 Angela Barrero and Carlos Ordoñez - Regenerative Ag Guarantees Coffees Future - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the 3rd episode of a new five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar.

Our guests on the podcast today are Angela Barrero from Bodega de la Finca and Carlos Ordoñez from Grupo Monteverde in Colombia.

Angela is a coffee and cocoa producer specializing in regenerative agriculture and Carlos is an agronomist from the National University of Colombia with over 40 years of experience in the organic fertilizer sector, producing fertilizers through composting and vermiculture.

Angela and Carlos are trainers for our "Introduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming" online workshop series happening in late October 2024.

In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee Safar dives into the transformative power of regenerative coffee farming with guests Angela Barrero and Carlos Ordóñez.

Angela, a third-generation coffee farmer, and Carlos, an agronomic engineer with 45 years of experience, share their journey of revitalizing their farms using regenerative agriculture techniques.

They discuss the phases of their upcoming workshops designed to teach coffee producers how to restore soil health, reduce costs, and achieve sustainability.

Through real-life examples, they highlight the importance of integrating traditional methods with modern technology to ensure a thriving ecosystem and food sovereignty.

This episode is a must-watch for coffee producers looking to secure their industry's future and learn practical ways to apply regenerative agriculture.

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EP 653 Felipe Croce - Regenerative Ag Is Working - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the 2nd episode of a new five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar.

Our guest on the podcast today is Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil. Felipe will be a trainer for our "Introduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming" online workshop series.

In this episode, Lee and Felipe discuss the urgent need and transformative potential of regenerative coffee farming.

As climate change accelerates, traditional monoculture methods are failing.

Felipe explains the contrasts between conventional, regenerative, and agroforestry approaches, highlighting the importance of a collective movement toward sustainability and resilience.

This episode also covers the dire climatic challenges facing Brazilian coffee farms and the invaluable role that regenerative practices play in combating these issues.

Learn about the upcoming three-phase regenerative coffee farming workshop launching in October, and how it aims to turn the tide for coffee producers worldwide.

Don't forget to check out Map It Forward's mastermind groups for 2024, designed to support coffee business owners through strategic planning and growth.

Visit our website for more details and to register for the workshop. Join us in this crucial conversation and become part of the movement for a sustainable coffee future.

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EP 652 Lee Safar - "We Have An Announcement" - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the first episode of a new five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar.

Today we have an announcement about the first phase of a 3 phase project presented by Map It Forward focused on Regenerative Ag for Coffee Producers and the wider coffee industry.

In this episode, Lee will talk about the project, how it came together, and all the things you need to know about this exciting movement.

Phase 1 is launching Oct 28, 29, and 30 when Map It Forward is proud to present the first of its kind, live online event titled "Introduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming".

This workshop will be broadcast live in English, Spanish, and Portuguese to help coffee producers (and the rest of us in the coffee industry) understand Regenerative Ag and how to implement it so that coffee farmers stand a chance at surviving these brutal weather conditions long into the future.

This live online presentation will be led by highly specialized and experienced Agronomists, coffee producers, and agricultural engineers who have worked transforming farms from conventional farming to regenerative farms and agroforestry around the world.

Tickets are $10 for coffee producers and $150 for everyone else. When you pay $150, you are purchasing one ticket for yourself and paying it forward to 14 coffee producers who don't quite have the funds to pay for their own tickets.

Not only does your ticket give you access to the workshop but it also gives you access to newly formed WhatsApp groups where people can continue exchanging information and ideas.

Purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/introduction-to-regenerative-coffee-farming-tickets-1032555741017

Each episode of the following series will be with a different trainer from the "Introduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming" happening in October.

Our trainers:

1. Felipe Croce (English and Portuguese)

2. Angela Barrero (English and Spanish)

3. Murilo Bettarello (English and Portuguese)

4. Carlos Ordoñez (Spanish)

5. João Araujo (Portuguese)

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