This is the 5th of a five-part series on the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast with this week's guest, Colombian Regenerative Coffee and Cacao Farmer, Angela Barrero.
In this series, Angela and podcast host Lee Safar explore the complicated question "Will We Have Coffee and Cacao in the Future?" and the equally complicated solutions.
In the final episode of this series, Lee and Angela discuss the dire state and uncertain future of coffee and cacao farming.
The episode covers the aging plantations, economic difficulties, climate change impacts, and the shift towards illegal crops like coca.
Angela shares her experiences with regenerative agriculture and the importance of stable, long-term business relationships.
Learn about the urgent need for coffee industry stakeholders to adapt to ensure sustainability and protect the income of future generations.
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