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Current Coffee Market Outlook: Brazil Frost, Tariffs & Spot Scarcity
Article Summary: Global coffee markets face major uncertainty driven by Brazil’s August frost, 50% U.S. tariffs on Brazilian imports, and ongoing spot coffee scarcity. The frost’s full impact on the 2026 harvest remains unknown, heightening volatility. Tariffs have inflated costs and redirected...
Why Coffee Origins Matter: Flavor, History & Global Impact
written by Isabella Vitaliano, Lab and QC Specialist Article Summary: Coffee origin shapes cup profile, availability, pricing, and storytelling. Knowing country context helps buyers match flavor goals and manage risk. South America: Brazil dominates supply ~40% (65M bags, 2024), wide quality...
Brazil Weather Update
Editor's Note August 19th: StoneX estimates frost losses at about 424,000 bags in Cerrado Mineiro, with damage across roughly 3.9% of the region’s area. That figure could climb even where leaves look fine: cold at this stage can trigger flower bud drop, cutting future yield. We saw this after the...
Empowering Women at Origin: Ethiopia
By Lauren Cropper, Junior Trader & Certifications Manager, with Caitlin McCarthy-Garcia, Trader Article Summary: Royal Coffee highlights two women-led Ethiopian exporters, Ephtah and Dumerso, that are transforming the country’s coffee industry through equity, quality, and community impact....
July 2025 Crown Jewel Updates
Explore July 2025 Crown Jewel coffee arrivals from Sumatra, Ethiopia, Tanzania, and more. Bold flavors, innovative processing, and standout producers.
Tariff Updates: What’s Changing and What to Watch
Editor's Note August 20th: Brazil: A 50% tariff on green coffee takes effect August 6, with no exemption granted. The increase is tied to recent political tensions and was confirmed by Commerce Secretary Lutnick, who also stated no extension will be offered. Indonesia: Officially at 19% for...
Mycotoxin, My Condolences
Article Summary: Coffee is safe to drink and not a meaningful source of mycotoxins. While molds can occur in agricultural products, roasting significantly reduces ochratoxin A (OTA) to levels well below global safety standards. Industry-wide efforts led by the ICO and UN since 2001 have further...
The Second Annual Development Stage
Article Summary: Royal Coffee will host its Second Annual Development Stage Symposium on September 12–13, 2025, at The Crown: Royal Coffee Lab & Tasting Room in Oakland, CA. This multi-day event brings together innovators from across the coffee industry and beyond. The 2025 theme centers on...
Qonclave, or: Nobody Expects the SCA Acquisition
By Evan Gilman, Creative Director, Indonesia Green Buying Team, CQI Arabica Quality Evaluation Instructor Article Summary: Royal Coffee’s Evan Gilman reflects on the abrupt handover of the Coffee Quality Institute’s (CQI) Quality Evaluation program to the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), a...
Crown Jewel Spring & Summer Lineup
Crown Jewel Spring & Summer Lineup 2025 “Never a dull moment” feels like this year’s motto. If the first quarter of the calendar has felt unprecedented, I can only hope we’ve sourced enough coffee to stay energized for whatever comes next! Fortunately, I think the answer is a resounding yes. ...
Understanding the Impact of New Tariffs on Coffee Imports
Editor's Note: The White House is clarifying that Trump’s announcement of a 90-day tariff “pause” means that the “tariff level will be brought down to a universal 10% tariff” during that time, while “negotiations are ongoing.” Article Summary: Max Nicholas-Fulmer breaks down the new U.S. import...
How to Get Your Coffee into Coffee Wholesale Distribution
Article Summary: 1. Understand Client Segments Wholesale includes cafés, grocery, e-commerce, and hospitality—each has unique needs. Café clients need hands-on support, consistency, and training; grocery buyers focus on numbers and velocity. 2. Build and Maintain Strong Client Relationships Be...
International Women’s Day #shesthebuyer
Celebrating International Women’s Day #shesthebuyer This International Women’s Day, we’re shining a light on the incredible women who help connect exceptional coffees with roasters around the world. From navigating wild harvest seasons to forming deep connections with producers, each of these...
The Importance of Coffee Packaging
Article Summary: Effective coffee packaging balances freshness, durability, sustainability, and presentation. By tailoring your packaging design and materials to your product type and distribution needs, you can protect quality, appeal to your target audience, and strengthen your brand’s...