EP 594 Murilo Bettarello - Local Knowledge in Coffee Farming: Sustainable Practices for High Yields - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward
This is the 3rd 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 on the podcast this week is Murilo Bettarello, a Brazilian Agricultural Engineer, consultant, and coffee producer.
In this five-part series, Murilo will be sharing his expertise in regenerative farming practices for coffee production.
In this 3rd episode of this series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Murillo explore how burying cooked rice in the forest helps to cultivate beneficial microorganisms, which are then used to rejuvenate coffee crops damaged by synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
Learn about the importance of local knowledge, biochar, and sustainable farming techniques in creating a resilient coffee supply chain.
This must-watch episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice for coffee producers facing the current coffee crisis.
00:00 Introduction to Regenerative Farming
00:22 The Process of Fermenting Rice for Soil Regeneration
01:32 Promoting Coffee Consulting Workshops
02:10 Resiliency in Coffee Production
03:49 The Value of Local Knowledge and Biochar
11:08 Challenges and Solutions in Sustainable Agriculture
20:07 The Importance of Regenerative Practices
22:12 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview
Connect with Murilo at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/murilo-bettarello/
https://www.instagram.com/murilobettarello/
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The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safar
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