The countdown has begun for HostMilano, one of the most prominent international events in the sector, taking place from October 17 to 21. At Xorxios, we have everything ready for our participation as a specialty green coffee importing company and experts in certified sector training.

In recent years, the specialty coffee sector has undergone many changes in the way coffee beans are processed. Beyond the traditional methods that have ensured quality and consistency for decades, innovation at this stage of production has given rise to a booming trend: experimental coffee processing methods. These techniques are opening up a universe of sensory and commercial possibilities within the sector and producers are using them to differentiate their coffees and respond to the ever-growing demand from consumers.

Coffee classification plays a crucial role in determining quality and value in the international market. From cultivation altitude to bean size, grading systems or number of defects, each producing country defines its own standards to differentiate and promote its coffees, particularly those in the specialty segment. This article offers a brief guide to understanding these classification systems and their impact on trade, traceability, and quality assurance across the coffee supply chain.

In recent months, the EUDR regulation has been the main topic of the coffee sector. Many questions have been raised by all actors in the supply chain with its publication and many are still being questioned. Deadlines, tools, responsibilities... compliance with the regulation is a challenge for the whole chain, but it is indisputable that compliance will be positive for curbing deforestation and its consequences in the medium/long term.

World of Coffee, the largest specialty coffee event in Europe, will take place in Copenhagen on 27th, 28th and 29th of June. Our team will be looking forward to seeing you at our stand (CE-005 - Hall C) with a programme of activities not to be missed. We look forward to seeing you there!

The region of Huila, located in the southwest of Colombia, has a deep-rooted coffee tradition. At the end of last year, we were in this coffee-growing region as were honored to be part of the jury of the 6th Platinum Cup Competition organised by the Cadefihuila Cooperative. In addition, we were able to see first-hand the great work that the producers are carrying out on the farms in this Colombian region, considered the largest coffee-producing region in the country.