Coffee Supply Chain Research Articles

ANALISIS RANTAI PASOK DAN RANCANG BANGUN SISTEM KETERTELUSURAN KOPI ROBUSTA BERBASIS ANDROID

Robusta coffee is the most widely cultivated coffee commodity in Indonesia. In the East Bolaang Mongondow Regency, the problem at the supplier level is limited market information, which makes the coffee beans' quality inconsistent, impacting the price and product quality image. This research aims to identify supply chain structure models and members, added value, and design a traceability system to support product quality validation. Robusta coffee supply chain participants and their interactions were identified at the Modayag coffee plantation in East Bolaang Mongondow. The data were collected through observations, interviews, and field studies. Supply chain analysis was performed using the Vorst method and the added value was calculated using the Hayami method. The traceability system design follows the system development lifecycle method. The findings indicate that the Robusta coffee supply chain in East Bolaang Mongondow Regency includes farmers, collector traders, processing plants, the retail industry, coffee roasteries, and consumers. Farmers profit from selling perfectly ripe wet coffee beans 42-43%, wet mixed coffee beans (8%), and dry mixed coffee beans 63-71%. A traceability system named Kinton was successfully developed and integrated with the Firebase database to store all information.

Critical factors to adopt sustainable agrifood supply chain management in developing countries: The case of Ethiopian coffee industry

AbstractGlobal agrifood supply chains are under increasing pressure to address sustainability issues due to growing concerns. However, numerous organizations within the agrifood industry are struggling to incorporate sustainable supply chain management practices and address the concerns. Therefore, this research is designed to identify the key critical factors, such as drivers, enablers, and barriers to adopting sustainable practices. This study considers the Ethiopian coffee industry, which is an important sector not only for the Ethiopian economy but also for the global agrifood supply chain. To accomplish the objectives of this study, we applied a systematic literature review and empirical survey. A systematic literature review was conducted to identify critical factors for adopting sustainability in agrifood supply chains. An empirical survey was then undertaken in the Ethiopian coffee industry to rank the key critical factors. Hence, the study has revealed that economic and productivity improvement, cost effectiveness and improvement in the overall performance, and difficulty in mindset and cultural changes as the key critical factors that determine the adoption of sustainability initiatives from the perspectives of the Ethiopian coffee supply chain. The findings can be used as input by government regulatory bodies and policymakers to craft strategies and policies to adopt sustainability initiatives and ensure sustainable development. Furthermore, the research is expected to contribute to the existing literature by bringing in the perspective of suppliers in developing countries.

Impacts of the European Union deforestation regulation on Vietnam’s coffee supply chains

In June 2023, the European Union (EU) enacted the Regulation on Deforestation-Free Products (EUDR), which requires agricultural products to enter and leave its territory free from deforestation. The regulation applies to seven commodities: cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya, wood, and their derivative products. The regulations apply to seven commodities: cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya, wood, and their derivate products grown or raised on land subject to deforestation or forest degradation will be banned from entering the EU market. EUDR will have a significant impact on Vietnam’s Exports of Agricultural Products. Coffee, rubber, wood, and wood products are the main industries in Vietnam affected by this regulation, as the country exports a substantial portion of these products to EU markets. This article examines the impacts of the European Union Deforestation Regulation on Vietnam’s coffee supply chains, discusses possible unintended effects on coffee farmers and farming households, and explores strategies to mitigate these negative impacts while highlighting specific challenges that may arise. The results of this study contribute to a better understanding and management of Vietnam’s agricultural exports, particularly in the coffee sector. Additionally, the article gives some recommendations for improving Vietnam’s laws and policies on deforestation-free products.

Towards a sustainable coffee supply chain: the role of digital platform capability in increasing organisational agility

ABSTRACT The increasing demand for coffee in Indonesia and abroad, accompanied by value creation from applying sustainability principles for coffee brands or outlets, leads to potential opportunities for coffee product entrepreneurs. Through the development of an online platform that entrepreneurs can directly access to eliminate links in the supply chain, coffee entrepreneurs have the opportunity to compete through national and international markets. Therefore, this study examined the effectiveness of digital platform applications in increasing the supply chain competitiveness of agricultural micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) products in Indonesia, especially coffee products. The conceptual model in this study examines the relationship between digital platform capability and organisational agility, specifically addressing when and how digital platform can help MSME exporters increase their organisation’s agility. This research uses theory of capability dynamism and the partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) method to test the proposed model and estimate the relationship between constructs. Consequently, this research develops strategies for the supply chain stakeholders using the why-how-laddering method for managerial implications. The study’s findings show that organisational agility can be supported by improving digital platform capability, and nine strategic recommendations can be applied to increase coffee exporters’ digital platform capability and organisational agility, respectively.

Bee pollination affects coffee quality, yield, and trade-offs within them

Bees provide valuable pollination services by increasing crop yields. However, pollination services to crop quality – which often determines nutritional and financial value – have been less studied, particularly in tropical commodities such as coffee. Understanding how pollination affects coffee quality is critical because high-quality coffee on the specialty market fetches higher prices, which can potentially benefit farmers more than just focusing on yield alone. This study aimed to test the effects of bee pollination on coffee yield and quality and to evaluate possible trade-offs within them. We conducted bee-exclusion experiments on 30 coffee plants in the Tarrazú region of Costa Rica, controlling for several factors associated with coffee quality. At the end of the growing season, we harvested the berries and compared yield (that is, fruit set and weight) and quality (that is, the cup profiles of certified coffee tasters) among treatments. Our results indicate that bee pollination can lead to trade-offs in coffee production. Bee pollination significantly increased final fruit set by 9 % and the desired aroma scores by 2 %. However, these fruits weighed 7 % less than self-pollinated berries and displayed more body but less balance in their cup profiles. This is one of the first experimental studies to evaluate pollination services for coffee, considering not just yield but also its cup profile. We provide early evidence suggesting bee pollination improves coffee aroma, a critical quality attribute in specialty coffee. Our research emphasizes the importance of protecting or restoring bee habitats in coffee farms, which can not only improve income for coffee producers but also conserve biodiversity. Integrating these ecological insights into initiatives like 'bee-friendly' coffee production presents an innovative approach for stakeholders in the coffee supply chain and can serve as a strategic nexus of agricultural, economic, and ecological interests.

Reduction in Ochratoxin A Occurrence in Coffee: From Good Practices to Biocontrol Agents.

Ochratoxin A (OTA) is a mycotoxin mainly produced by Aspergillus section Circumdati and section Nigri across the coffee chain. OTA is nephrotoxic and is a threat to human health. This review summarizes current knowledge on how to reduce OTA concentration in coffee from farm to cup. After a brief introduction to the OTA occurrence in coffee, current good management practices are introduced. The core of this review focuses on biocontrol and microbial decontamination by lactic acid bacteria, yeasts and fungi, and their associated enzymes currently reported in the literature. Special attention is given to publications closest to in vivo applications of biocontrol agents and microbial OTA adsorption or degradation agents. Finally, this review provides an opinion on which future techniques to promote within the coffee supply chain.

Analisis Rantai Pasok Kopi Arabika di UPH Pusparahayu Kecamatan Cigalontang Kabupaten Tasikmalaya

This research aims to know the general description of the supply chain and the performance of the Arabica coffee supply chain at UPH Pusparahayu, Cigalontang District—, using descriptive qualitative and quantitative methods. The location for the research was determined purposively, namely at UPH Pusparahyu, because it acts as the most significant coffee processing unit in the area and accommodates supplies from many farmers. The method of data analysis to find out the general description of the supply chain uses the concept of Food Supply Chain Networks (FSCN). Supply chain performance measurement was analyzed using the Supply-Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) method, which has five assessment attributes: reliability, responsiveness, flexibility, assets, and cost. The results of the study show an overview of the Arabica coffee supply chain in Cigalontang District, among others targeting the domestic market; the market structure consists of farmers, UPH Pusparahayu, and coffee shops; business process refers to a push or pull view with a variety of modern resources at the UPH level; and have supply chain management that is still conventional in terms of contracts and partner selection. Supply chain performance at the farm level for reliability, responsiveness, flexibility, and assets has reached a superior position, but the cost attribute is in a place of parity. In contrast, the results of performance measurements at the UPH level show an excellent post on reliability, responsiveness, and flexibility. Meanwhile, the asset and cost attributes have not reached the best position.

The Role of Women in Farming Activities and the Coffee Supply Chain in Cigalontang District, Tasikmalaya Regency

The Role of Women in Farming Activities and the Coffee Supply Chain in Cigalontang District, Tasikmalaya Regency

Analisis Rantai Pasok Kopi Pada Kelompok Tani Kopi Rejo Di Desa Wisata Gombengsari Banyuwangi

The supply chain of the tourism industry and the creative economy is very closely related through efforts to develop industrial ecosystems including business partnerships from upstream to downstream. One of the culinary sub-sectors that is growing rapidly, and has even become a new lifestyle for the people, is Indonesian coffee. The increase in the amount of national coffee consumption is of course followed by the level of archipelago coffee production. Banyuwangi Regency has strategic coffee-producing locations, one of which is located in Gombengsari Village. This study aims to analyze the coffee supply chain in the Gombengsari Coffee and Tourism Village, so that the authors can determine the priority of development recommendations in order to improve the performance of coffee supply chain management in the Gombengsari Coffee and Tourism Village. The research method used is descriptive analysis using case study research techniques with data testing, namely using marketing analysis, marketing margins, farmer's share, and marketing efficiency. The results of this study indicate that there are three patterns of coffee flow. Farmers can apply partnerships and creative economy concepts to increase tourism development in the Gombengsari Coffee and Tourism Village, Banyuwangi Regency.

PROCESSING AND QUALITY OF COFFEE BEAN AT SUPPLY CHAIN LEVEL FROM BENUANG GALING VILLAGE, SEBARANG MUSI DISTRICT KEPAHIANG REGENCY BENGKULU PROVINCE

Coffee is an agricultural commodity that is used as a source of livelihood for the people in Benuang Galing Village, Seberang Musi Districts, Kepahiang Regency. The supply chain of coffee bean is used to determine the activities of the relationships involved in distributing goods. The aim of this research is to identify the processes provided in each supply chain distribution flow and determine the quality at each level of the coffee supply chain on Benuang Galing Village. This research is a type of survey research with the snowball sampling method. A sample size of 25 respondents was obtained after no more new information was obtained from respondents regarding process data and other required data. The quality of coffee bean is determined using the method of the National Standards Agency. The research result shows the processes carried out at each level of the supply chain lead to an increase in the quality of coffee bean. Supply chain pattern I, the quality of coffee bean at collecting traders is included in grade 6 and for wholesalers the quality of coffee bean is included in grade 5, while in supply chain pattern II the quality of coffeen bean at wholesalers is included in grade 5.

Sustainable coffee: A review of the diverse initiatives and governance dimensions of global coffee supply chains.

With a global footprint of 10 million hectares across 12.5 million farms, coffee is among the world's most traded commodities. The coffee industry has launched a variety of initiatives designed to reduce coffee's contribution to climate change and biodiversity loss and enhance the socio-economic conditions of coffee producers. We systematically reviewed the literature on the sustainability and governance of coffee production and developed a typology of eleven sustainability initiatives. Our review shows that coffee sustainability research has focused primarily on the economic outcomes of certification schemes. The typology expands our knowledge of novel sustainability initiatives being led by coffee farming communities themselves, allowing for an improved consideration of power dynamics in sustainability governance. Sustainability initiatives governed by local actors can improve sustainability outcomes by empowering local decision makers to assess direct risks and benefits of sustainable practices to the local environment, economy, and culture.

Determinants for Supplier Selection Based on Hybrid Grey Theory: Case Study of the Vietnamese Coffee Industry

Coffee is not merely a refreshing beverage but also invigorates people, provides relaxation, contributes to human health, and fosters closer social connections. Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages worldwide and the most traded commercial commodity. Moreover, the rapid development of the Vietnamese coffee industry caused some concerns due to its insufficient performance and the fierce competition within the industry. It is significant to establish an efficient supply network; notwithstanding, supplier selection has always been a challenge for companies. Therefore, this paper employs a hybrid model to determine the supplier selection criteria, a vital factor for a manufacturer under practical operating conditions. Firstly, a combined model of Grey forecasting and the Grey Fourier series is applied to forecast future rainfall and temperature data for six consecutive years. Secondly, based on the criteria, strategies, and buyer requirements, the single-objective linear programming model helps identify the outperformed suppliers. The results found that prices and location change are determinants of supplier selection, and supplier shortage is an enormous barrier for the industry. In this study, these price forecasts allow supply chain management to make informed decisions about inventory levels, transportation routes, and resource allocation to ensure smooth operation and optimize coffee supply chain management.

Coffee, climate, community: A holistic examination of specialty coffee supply chains in Rwanda

AbstractRwanda has been a notable player in sustainable development in the last decades, particularly in light of its agricultural practices. This paper offers a multifaceted viewpoint on the challenges faced by Rwanda's specialty coffee sector. Our holistic approach to studying the situation and possibilities included fieldwork, site visits, informal interviews with various stakeholders, from farmers to governmental officials, and an extensive literature study to support our findings. We highlight the challenges of optimizing the domestic supply chain and the effects of such developments on rural livelihoods. Poverty and lacking resources require a nuanced view toward sustainability, as ecological and economic sustainability do not align. The paper presents how certification programs can function as indicators of sustainability and stresses the need for policy evaluations. We also discuss the unique challenges faced by smallholder farmers in Rwanda and how corporate interests may interfere with long‐term sustainable development. As Rwanda continues to develop, this paper argues that the resilience and ingenuity of its people are crucial in the ongoing development of sustainable agricultural systems.

Impacts of Brazilian Green Coffee Production and Its Logistical Corridors on the International Coffee Market

Background: The coffee industry is one of the most important world supply chains, with an estimated consumption of two billion cups daily, making it the most consumed beverage worldwide. Coffee beans are primarily grown in tropical countries, with Brazil accounting for almost 50% of the production. The objective of this study is to examine the Brazilian trade between 2018 and 2022, focusing on state producers, logistical corridors, and importer countries. Methods: The methodology approach revolves around a quantitative method using Social Network Analysis measures. Results: The results reveal a massive concentration in local production (99.5%—Minas Gerais), port movements (99.9%—Santos, Itaguai, and Rio de Janeiro), and country buyers (80.9%—the United States, United Kingdon, and Japan). Conclusions: The study concludes that the Brazilian green coffee supply chain relies on a fragile and overloaded logistical network. Due to that, this study indicates that the stakeholders and decision-makers involved must consider this high concentration of production in some areas and companies. They must also address the bottlenecks in logistical corridors and the fierce competition involved in acquiring and processing Brazilian coffee production because these factors can drastically affect the revenue of the companies operating in this sector.

Semendo Coffee Development and Partnership Strategy to Enhance Governance for Food Security and Climate Change Mitigation

Semendo coffee is a major income source for agricultural households in the Semendo region. Agroforestry is commonly employed practice at numerous Semendo coffee plantations. Timber and Multipurpose Tree Species widely cultivated to provide shade. This study examines Semendo coffee’s governance-enhancing development and collaboration methods. SWOT (strength, weakness, opportunities, threats) and AHP (analytic hierarchy process) analysis are used to determine the most suitable governance strategies and policies for Semendo coffee development. The data was gathered from key persons who possess expertise and serve as representatives for pertinent stakeholders and commercial entities throughout the Semendo coffee supply chain. SWOT analysis shows that the Strength-Opportunity (SO) strategy could improve Semendo coffee governance. High-quality coffee production, relevant party cooperation, and marketing network expansion are the proposed strategies. The AHP says mutual need drives partnership decision-making the most. Plasma-core partnerships are best for creating a strong sense of mutual need. Integration of the SO strategy with the core-plasma partnership is proposed to improve Semendo coffee governance. Agroforestry in Semendo coffee production can produce fruits and sequester carbon, reducing climate change. Agroforestry-based Semendo coffee management is expected to improve food supply, distribution, and consumption. This development is expected to maintain environmental integrity, notably in climate change mitigation.

Design of a traceability system for a coffee supply chain based on blockchain and machine learning

Purpose: This paper aims to develop a coffee supply chain traceability system based on Blockchain (BC) and Machine Learning (ML) with the aim of ensuring the quality of coffee beans production. BC functions to ensure supply chain performance, while the ML model ensures product quality.Design/methodology/approach: Smart Contracts will be built on the Ethereum Virtual Machine BC network based on Ethereum. The ML model to identify good and bad green coffee beans will be built using different YOLO algorithms, which will go through training and validation stages, namely using the k-fold cross validation method. The ML model algorithm is based on Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) using YOLOv5m, YOLOv6m and YOLOv7. The best model will be chosen based on the results of cross-validation with test data in the form of coffee image data that the model has never seen (unseen data). The whole process of building the ML model is done on the Google Collab Pro+ Virtual Machine.Findings: YOLOv5m outperformed the other models in both non-augmented and augmented training datasets, highlighting the proficiency of YOLOv5m in managing compact datasets and its resilience in the face of data augmentation, positioning it as a prime selection for quality discernment tasks within the realm of green coffee beans. The smart contracts offer an all-encompassing approach for user management, monitoring product status, and presenting traceability data within the framework of coffee plantation administration.Originality/value: This research contributes to the development of blockchain network as a solution to implement traceability systems along coffee supply chains in Indonesia. Moreover, it shows that while blockchain can ensure the process of production along the coffee supply to follow certain guidelines, machine learning can verify whether the product that was produced by utilizing BC is of high quality/acceptable.

Mitigation of gayo arabica coffee supply chain risk using the house of risk method in Aceh Tengah

Aceh Tengah District is the largest Gayo Arabica Coffee production area in Aceh Province. Therefore, coffee has an important role in the economy of the people of Aceh Tengah, both as a source of income for coffee farmers, a source of foreign exchange and as a provider of employment through processing, marketing and trading activities. However, Gayo Arabica Coffee farmers are often faced with many obstacles and risks in run their business. The aim of this research is to analyze the risks with the highest impact on the Gayo Arabica Coffee supply chain and formulate mitigation to reduce the risk impact on it by using the House of Risk (HOR) method. Based on the research results, 42 risk events and 37 risk agents were obtained and 7 dominant risk agents were obtained which could be prevented with 9 mitigation strategies. The risk with the highest impact on the Gayo Arabica Coffee supply chain in Aceh Tengah District is assessed based on the highest to lowest Aggregate Risk Potential (ARP) value using the 67:20 Pareto Diagram. Mitigation strategies for Gayo Arabica Coffee supply chain risks in Aceh Tengah District are assessed based on the Effectiveness to Difficulty (ETD) value from highest to lowest.

Assessment Of Risk As A Sustainable Coffee Supply Chain Strategyon Rural Area In Jember Regency

Assessment Of Risk As A Sustainable Coffee Supply Chain Strategyon Rural Area In Jember Regency

Sustainability factors for agroforestry coffee plantations in Pangalengan based on the coffee farmer's perspective

Coffee as one of the most traded agricultural commodities in the world increases its need over time, including the supply of coffee from Indonesia. Indonesia, as the seventh largest country in the world in terms of coffee exporters, demands its coffee plantations to improve their quality and productivity even with limited land. One coffee-producing area in Indonesia with the highest productivity in West Java is Pangalengan District in Bandung Regency. Coffee in Pangalengan is grown with an agroforestry system that benefits not only its economic value but also the land conservation in that area. By facing various challenges, agroforestry coffee in Pangalengan must be maintained to remain sustainable. This research aims to find out what factors influence the sustainability of agroforestry coffee in Pangalengan from the perspective of coffee farmers as the main actors in the upstream coffee supply chain. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews by sampling 70 coffee farmers in Pangalengan and analyzed using qualitative descriptive analysis. From the results of the study, it was found that 24 factors influence the sustainability of agroforestry coffee plantations in Pangalengan which are divided into five sustainability dimensions: Environment (3 factors), Social (4 factors), Economy (5 factors), Technology (6 factors) and Institutional Governance (6 factors).

A SCOR-based Performance Measurement of Indonesia’s Kayumas Specialty Coffe Supply Chain

Performance evaluation is essential in defining supply chain strategies because by taking measurements, companies can find out how the business processes in the supply chain are running and formulate strategic policies to improve supply chain performance. Specialty coffee is a premium coffee with a unique aroma and flavour originating from a specific region, and it is easy to trace its origin from the farm to the consumer. This study aims to evaluate the performance of the Kayumas specialty coffee supply chain using the SCOR-ANP method and determine performance improvement strategies using ANP analysis. The research results can be concluded that (1) Kayumas specialty coffee supply chain consists of farmers, farmer groups, distributors/resellers, and consumers. (2) The performance position of Kayumas specialty coffee is inferior (3) The performance improvement strategy needed to improve product quality is a partnership between supply chain members to reach a price agreement.