EP 1194 Pedro Manga - Is EUDR An Opportunity For Greenwashing? - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the 3rd episode of a new five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar. Our guest on the podcast this week is Pedro Manga from Caravela Coffee. Pedro is a Sustainability and Impact Advisor and in this series, we'll discuss EUDR from a coffee trader's perspective. In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, host Lee Safar and guest Pedro Manga from Caravela Coffee delve into the complexities of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). They discuss the impact of coffee farming on deforestation, the potential for greenwashing within sustainability practices, and how the EUDR aims to address these issues. The conversation covers the implications for coffee producers, exporters, and consumers, as well as the challenges faced in the global coffee supply chain. Pedro provides insights on how to mitigate deforestation and emphasizes the need for greater transparency and responsible consumption. Learn more about the role of certifications, compliance, and the future of sustainable coffee farming as global regulations evolve. 00:00 Introduction to Deforestation and Coffee 01:03 Sponsor Message: Become a Coffee Consultant 01:42 Welcome and Episode Overview 03:02 Understanding EUDR and Greenwashing 06:24 Challenges and Miscommunication in the Coffee Industry 09:57 Impact of EUDR on Coffee Producers 20:08 Future of Coffee Industry Regulations 24:13 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser Connect with Pedro and Caravela Coffee here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-manga-5802b8170/ https://caravela.coffee/en •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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 2024 online business mastermind groups for 2024. Registration is now open for three separate mastermind groups: 1. Business Growth 2. Strategic Business Planning 3. Sell More Coffee Limited spots are available. Register now at https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoaching