Rob talks about the inverted market in the coffee industry, exploring its implications for coffee importers and roasters. The conversation includes the challenges faced in the current trading environment, the significance of backwardation and contango, and the strategies that coffee businesses might adopt to navigate these complexities, emphasizing the need for decisive planning and communication in a market characterized by uncertainty and rising costs.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Inverted Market
02:49 Understanding Backwardation and Contango
05:24 Implications of the Inverted Market for Roasters
08:20 Navigating Challenges in Coffee Sourcing
10:46 Strategic Planning for Coffee Businesses
13:33 Conclusion and Future Considerations