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

Our guest for this series is Coffee Producer, Mark Bolliger from Finca Rosenheim in Peru and in this series, Mark and Lee will be exploring "The Reality of Being a Coffee Producer Today" (from Mark's perspective)

This episode of the series, Mark and Lee discuss the power dynamics between coffee producers and roasters.

Mark shares his personal experiences, revealing the challenges producers face, including dependency on buyers, the impact of social media actions on business relationships, and the precarious nature of selling coffee.

He details the financial strains, including high interest rates for agricultural loans in Peru and the costs associated with coffee production.

The conversation extends to the broader implications of these dynamics on the sustainability of coffee farming, including the effects of market practices on producer wellbeing and the choice of crops.

The episode concludes with considerations for future discussions on the coffee industry's complexities and the encouragement of community support through podcast engagements.

00:00 Intro

00:11 Exploring the Power Dynamics in Coffee Production

02:38 The Realities of Coffee Production and Market Challenges

05:03 Navigating Relationships and Power Imbalances with Buyers

10:29 The Financial Struggles and Decisions of a Coffee Producer

15:09 The Complexities of Coffee Farming and Environmental Considerations

19:39 Closing Thoughts and Looking Ahead

Connect with Mark Bolliger and Finca Rosenheim here:

https://www.instagram.com/fincarosenheim/

https://en.fincarosenheim.com/

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The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safar

https://www.mapitforward.coffee

https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee

https://www.instagram.com/leesafar

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