This is the 4th 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, Lee and Pedro discuss the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and its impact on the coffee industry. They delve into the significant penalties for non-compliance, the responsibilities of roasters and importers, and who stands to benefit from these regulations. Lee and Pedro also explore the current market dynamics, potential shifts towards instant coffee, and the challenges faced by responsible supply chains. This insightful discussion is part of a five-part series focused on EUDR from a coffee trader's perspective. 00:00 Understanding Penalties in Coffee Compliance 01:13 Join the 2024 Map It Forward Business Mastermind Groups 02:30 Introduction to the Daily Coffee Pro Series on EUDR 02:45 Who Benefits from EUDR? 05:52 Challenges and Concerns with EUDR Implementation 09:24 The Impact of EUDR on Coffee Prices 13:56 Predatory Practices and Corruption in Coffee Trading 20:54 The Role of Responsible Coffee Traders 25:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts on EUDR 26:07 Support and Subscribe to The Daily Coffee Pro 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