EP 1177 Komal Sable - India's Climate and Coffee in 2024 - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

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

Our returning guest in this series is Indian Coffee Producer and researcher, Komal Sable from South India Coffee Co.

In this series, Komal and Lee explore the future of coffee in India with particular attention to the role that climate, regenerative agriculture, and low-intervention coffee species will play in securing coffee's viability in the years to come.

In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Komal explore the unique climate challenges faced by coffee farmers in India this year.

They discuss the impact of erratic rainfall and temperature changes on coffee crops and agroforestry's role in mitigating these effects.

Additionally, Komal shares insights into their work at SICC on climate-resilient coffee species and the importance of knowledge exchange between producers and roasters.

Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of coffee farming in India.

00:00 Introduction to April Showers and Coffee Blossoms

00:32 Sponsor Message: Become a Coffee Consultant

01:10 Welcome and Guest Introduction

01:39 Komal Sable: South India Coffee Co.

04:27 Climate Challenges in Indian Coffee Farming

07:18 Impact of Drought and Rain on Coffee Plants

08:59 Agroforestry and Soil Management

19:37 The Importance of Understanding Climate at Origin

23:38 Collaborative Efforts in Specialty Coffee

25:21 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

25:39 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

Connect with South India Coffee Co here:

Website - https://sicc.coffee/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sicc.coffee/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/sicc-coffee

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/southindiacoffeeco/

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