EP 663 Jonas Ferraresso - The Future Of Brazil's Coffee Crops - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward
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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 guest in this series is returning guest, Brazilian coffee Agronomist, Jonas Ferraresso. Brazil is experiencing an unusual situation in 2024 regarding the production of most agricultural products. In this series, Jonas and Lee explore "The economics of the different ways of growing coffee in Brazil"
The five-episode of this series are:
1. Different Approaches For Farming Coffee - https://youtu.be/pRe56jiAodA
2. The Costs of Different Coffee Farming Systems - https://youtu.be/m3g0UkgDlhM
3. The Future Of Brazil's Coffee Crops - https://youtu.be/-nOeurlNlm0
4. Is Coffee Farming Making Money? - https://youtu.be/6q_hrsm56sY
5. The Change Needed For Coffee Farming - https://youtu.be/7tulFSO3up0
In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, host Lee Safar discusses with Jonas Ferraresso, a Brazilian agronomist, the impact of climate issues on Brazil's coffee production for the 2024-2026 seasons.
They explore how droughts, high temperatures, and fires affect coffee yields, resulting in smaller seed sizes and fluctuating market expectations. Jonas shares insights on the resiliency of different farming systems, such as regenerative and agroforestry, compared to conventional methods.
This conversation highlights the challenges faced by coffee farmers and the importance of adapting to climate change to ensure sustainable yields.
The discussion also touches on the economic pressures within the coffee industry and the long-term planning necessary for successful agriculture.
00:00 Impact of Rainfall on Coffee Yields
01:08 Introduction to the Series and Guest
01:51 Current Challenges in Brazilian Coffee Production
02:46 Historical Context and Climate Impact
08:19 Energy Storage and Plant Recovery
14:48 Future Harvest Predictions
21:36 Economic and Technological Factors
26:03 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview
Connect with Jonas here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonas-leme-ferraresso-b5391027/
https://www.instagram.com/jonascoffeeagronomist/
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