This is the 5th in a 5-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with first-time guest from Ethiopia, Sara Yirga. Sara is a cafe owner, Roastery owner, Educator, consultant, and trainer in Addis Ethiopia. She co-owns Cherish Cafe and YA Coffee Roasters.

In this series of the podcast, Sara talks us through "The Sustainability of Coffee in Ethiopia".

In this episode of the podcast series, Sara and Lee discuss the vibrant cafe and roasting culture in Ethiopia, particularly focusing on the history of cafes and coffee culture, as well as the impact of coffee on the youth.

Sara sheds light on the development of cafe culture, the influence of Italian pastry, the significance of coffee in Ethiopian social fabric, and the opportunities created by barista competitions for the youth.

The coffee industry in Ethiopia is a force that is inspiring young people, creating jobs, and positively impacting the economy.

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This is the 4th in a 5-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with first-time guest from Ethiopia, Sara Yirga. Sara is a cafe owner, Roastery owner, Educator, consultant, and trainer in Addis Ethiopia. She co-owns Cherish Cafe and YA Coffee Roasters.

In this series of the podcast, Sara talks us through "The Sustainability of Coffee in Ethiopia".

In this episode of the podcast series, Sara and Lee discuss the challenges faced by women in the coffee industry in Ethiopia, including the lack of information and restrictions on exporting coffee.

It also highlights the reforms that have taken place, allowing women exporters to directly buy from women producers.

The conversation also touches on the productivity of female households in coffee production and the need to invest in women.

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This is the 3rd in a 5-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with first-time guest from Ethiopia, Sara Yirga. Sara is a cafe owner, Roastery owner, Educator, consultant, and trainer in Addis Ethiopia. She co-owns Cherish Cafe and YA Coffee Roasters.

In this series of the podcast, Sara talks us through "The Sustainability of Coffee in Ethiopia".

In this episode of the podcast series, Sara and Lee discuss the significant role of women in the coffee industry in Ethiopia.

Sara emphasizes the need to empower women at the grassroots level to achieve sustainability and success in the industry.

This conversation highlights the cultural significance of coffee in Ethiopia and the potential for tourism, while also addressing the challenges and opportunities for women in the coffee supply chain.

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This is the 2nd in a 5-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with first-time guest from Ethiopia, Sara Yirga. Sara is a cafe owner, Roastery owner, Educator, consultant, and trainer in Addis Ethiopia. She co-owns Cherish Cafe and YA Coffee Roasters.

In this series of the podcast, Sara talks us through "The Sustainability of Coffee in Ethiopia".

In this episode of the podcast series, Sara and Lee discuss the concept of ethical sourcing in the coffee industry and its impact on the livelihood of producers, particularly in Ethiopia.

They explore the challenges faced by producers, the need for fair compensation, and initiatives to improve the quality of coffee to ensure better returns.

This conversation also delves into the role of women in coffee production and the importance of providing support and resources for their long-term sustainability.

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This is the first in a 5-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with first-time guest from Ethiopia, Sara Yirga. Sara is a cafe owner, Roastery owner, Educator, consultant, and trainer in Addis Ethiopia. She co-owns Cherish Cafe and YA Coffee Roasters.

In this series of the podcast, Sara talks us through "The Sustainability of Coffee in Ethiopia".

In this first episode of the podcast series, Sara and Lee discuss the stakeholders, coffee culture, and supply chain in Ethiopia.

Sara provides insights into the coffee industry, including the major stakeholders such as producers, labor force, collection centers, cooperative unions, and various government bodies.

The discussion also covers the cultural significance of coffee in Ethiopian society and sets the stage for exploring the longevity of coffee producers in the supply chain in the next episode.

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