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/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Support this podcast on Patreon for a few dollars a month here: https://bit.ly/MIFPatreon The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safar https://www.mapitforward.coffee https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee https://www.instagram.com/leesafar •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• This episode is brought to you by Map It Forward's revised on-demand online workshop "It's Time to Become a Coffee Consultant" available now on our website with additional new bonus material including the coffee consultant career map. Get more details on how you can create an alternative revenue stream today at https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops