Sustainability Is Not Just a Buzzword — It’s Our Foundation Lucatelli’s supply chain philosophy emphasizes ethical, sustainable sourcing from growers, transparent operations, and responsible logistics. By working directly with farms committed to sustainable practices, we help ensure environmental and social responsibility at every step. What Sustainable Sourcing Looks Like with Lucatelli Partnering with ethical, traceable farms  — We choose suppliers who value land health, fa

One Supplier, Many Needs: Why Flexibility Matters Not all coffee roasters are the same. Some roast a few dozen kilos per month; others handle hundreds or thousands of kilos weekly. At Lucatelli, we understand this diversity and build our operations to support both ends of the spectrum. Whether you roast 30 kg a year or millions of kilos annually, Lucatelli aims to make green coffee sourcing smooth and flexible. That’s part of our commitment to value and accessibility for all

What Does “Specialty Grade Green Coffee” Really Mean? In a sea of coffee suppliers, the term “specialty coffee” can sometimes be loosely used. At Lucatelli, we believe specialty-grade beans must meet strict standards: no primary defects, proper moisture content, consistency in size and shape, and distinctive sensory attributes in aroma, taste, body or acidity. But quality alone isn’t enough. Transparency about bean origin, processing, and supply chain is essential. That’s why

The Journey Begins at Lucatelli: Premium Green Beans for Roasters Every great cup of coffee starts with quality green beans. As a roaster, your craft depends on consistency, bean quality, and traceability — all of which Lucatelli delivers via our direct-trade, transparent sourcing model. But getting great beans is just the start. Proper roasting, understanding bean origin, and aligning roast profiles to bean characteristics unlocks the full potential of specialty coffee. Why

What Makes Lucatelli Different: Direct-Trade Over Commodity At Lucatelli, our mission focuses on delivering world-class green coffee with “award-winning sustainability, value for money, unequaled agricultural knowledge … and maximum transparency.” We believe that sourcing beans via direct-trade — working directly with farms and producers — delivers superior quality, traceability, and ethical fairness compared to anonymous bulk suppliers. When you partner with Lucatelli, you’r

Transparency isn’t Optional — It’s Core to Lucatelli’s Ethos In many parts of the coffee world, beans change hands multiple times — from growers to middlemen, to exporters, roasters — making it easy to lose the thread of origin. Lucatelli rejects that opacity. From the farm all the way to your roaster, we ensure the path is clear. Our supply-chain model embraces simplicity: we know the farmers personally, we source directly, and we control logistics — all to keep risk and unc

How has the Trump coffee tariff cut affected your business and that of other roasters, if at all? The Trump Coffee Tariff hurt everybody and exposed a lot of weaknesses throughout the supply chain. On August 5th, I had one primary green coffee supplier in one country, Brazil. I was sitting on a one-legged stool and Trump kicked it. On August 7th, I got up and changed everything. Now, I have eleven suppliers in eight countries on four continents. I burned the stool. How do you

Consumers are more informed than ever. They demand coffee that is not only delicious but traceable, sustainable, and ethically produced. For roasters, this creates both responsibility and opportunity. Lucatelli delivers premium, traceable coffee that supports roasters in meeting these modern expectations. 1. Traceability Builds Consumer Trust Modern coffee drinkers want insight into farming practices Provenance and certifications differentiate premium products Transparent

Global coffee markets are increasingly unpredictable. From climate-related production issues to fluctuating Arabica futures, roasters face a complex landscape. At Lucatelli, we provide premium coffee, consistent supply, and transparent sourcing, helping clients navigate volatility with confidence. 1. Market Trends Roasters Should Watch Tightening supply and reduced export volumes Rising prices for specialty-grade Arabica Increased consumer demand for quality and traceability

The specialty coffee sector is booming, with consumers increasingly seeking unique flavors, ethical sourcing, and transparent practices. For roasters, this represents both opportunity and responsibility. At Lucatelli, we deliver world-class coffee with award-winning sustainability, expert agricultural knowledge, and complete transparency—helping roasters meet this demand head-on. 1. Specialty Coffee is No Longer a Niche Consumers value single-origin and micro-lot coffees Stor

Climate change is transforming the coffee landscape faster than ever before. Rising temperatures, irregular rainfall, and new disease pressures are affecting yields and flavor profiles across producing regions. For roasters, this introduces new challenges—and new opportunities for innovation. At Lucatelli, we help our partners stay ahead by supporting climate-resilient farming, adaptive processing techniques, and region-specific quality strategies. 1. Climate Variability Is R

As the coffee market becomes more premium, consistent flavor and quality are becoming critical to roaster success. Consumers expect reliability, cafés require repeatable profiles, and brands live or die on the ability to deliver the same exceptional cup—every time. Lucatelli ensures that consistency through rigorous quality control, large-scale production systems, and deep agricultural expertise. 1. Consistency Builds Customer Loyalty Today’s coffee drinkers are more informed

The coffee industry is entering a turning point. Recent shifts in U.S. trade conditions have opened the door for premium Brazilian coffees to enter the market with fewer barriers—unlocking new opportunities for roasters who depend on quality, volume, and cost stability. Lucatelli is releasing 325 bags of premium, fully traceable Brazilian coffee , now cleared for U.S. entry—an extraordinary moment for roasters seeking origin-led value. 1. A New Wave of Access to Premium Brazi

As global supply tightens and consumer expectations rise, roasters are prioritizing closer origin partnerships to protect quality, pricing, and brand identity. The recent opening of U.S. access to premium Brazilian coffees highlights exactly why direct relationships—like those fostered by Lucatelli—are now business-critical. 1. Market Volatility Is Reshaping Sourcing Strategy Weather challenges, rising production costs, and shifting supply chains have created new pressures fo

The coffee industry is undergoing rapid transformation. With shifting global supply, rising consumer expectations, and increasing market volatility, roasters and cafés are rethinking how they source, select, and communicate their coffee. At Lucatelli, we support roasters with world- class quality, award-winning sustainability, deep agricultural expertise, and unwavering transparency—advantages that matter more than ever in today’s environment. Below, we explore the key trends

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