The Story Behind Every Cup
Coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world, but its supply chain is notoriously opaque. Producers at origin often receive less than 10% of the final price, while consumers are unaware of the actual production conditions. Blockchain technology is changing this by creating transparent supply chains that benefit everyone.
How Does Coffee Traceability Work with Blockchain?
Blockchain records every stage of the coffee's journey:
- Farming: Farm, region, altitude, variety, agricultural practices
- Harvest: Date, method (manual vs mechanical), selection
- Processing: Wet or dry processing, fermentation, drying
- Export: Cooperative or intermediary, price paid to the producer
- Roasting: Roaster, roast profile, date
- Distribution: Transport, chain of custody, point of sale
Verifiable Fair Trade
Blockchain ensures transparency in payments:
- Immutable record of prices paid to producers
- Verification of fair trade premiums
- Direct connection between consumer and producer
- Elimination of opaque intermediaries
Demonstrable Sustainability
Roasters can demonstrate their commitments:
- Organic and shade-grown farming practices
- Environmental certifications (Rainforest Alliance, etc.)
- Product carbon footprint
- Support programs for coffee-growing communities
Authenticated Specialty Coffee
For premium coffees, blockchain allows:
- Verification of specific origin (farm, lot, microlot)
- Authentication of special varieties (Geisha, Bourbon, SL28)
- Documentation of cupping scores
- Justification of premium prices with total transparency
How Proovik Can Help You
Proovik offers blockchain traceability solutions for the coffee industry. Our platform allows:
- Registration of each lot from the farm to the consumer
- Generation of QR codes for verification at the point of sale
- Documentation of certifications and sustainable practices
- Creation of digital stories for each coffee to engage consumers
Whether you are a producer cooperative, exporter, roaster, or retailer, Proovik helps you tell the story of your coffee in a verifiable way.
Benefits for Producers
Coffee growers gain:
- Access to premium markets that value traceability
- Verifiable demonstration of the value of their work
- Direct connection with consumers and roasters
- Increased bargaining power based on transparency
Conclusion
Blockchain transforms coffee from an opaque commodity to a product with a verifiable story, benefiting producers who receive fair recognition and consumers who know exactly what they are drinking.
