Episode Details

This is Part 2 of a 5-part series on the coffee industry in 2026 with Felipe Croce (FAF Coffees) and Angel Barrera (Belco).

This episode focuses on geopolitical “tectonic plate” movements and what they mean for coffee businesses. The discussion covers currency volatility, the role of the US dollar, emerging alternatives such as stablecoins, and how exporters and importers may need to adapt to remain resilient in an increasingly uncertain global environment.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Aligning Away from US Dependency
02:28 Welcome to The Daily Coffee Pro
02:48 Geopolitics and Coffee in 2026
04:57 The Volatility of Global Politics
09:51 Personal Anecdote on Social Contracts
12:11 Impact of Geopolitics on Coffee Trade
12:55 State Capitalism and Democracy Risks
18:53 European Union and South American Trade
23:59 Exploring Cryptocurrency in Coffee Trade
32:03 Conclusion: Navigating 2026's Challenges

Sponsor message
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Learn more: https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops

Connect with the guests

Connect with Angel Barrera and Belco:
https://www.belco.fr/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-barrera-8a0b2236/
https://www.instagram.com/koliafobiano/
https://www.instagram.com/belco.coffee/

Connect with Felipe Croce and FAF Coffees:
https://www.instagram.com/felipecroce/
https://www.instagram.com/fafcoffees/
https://fafbrazil.com/

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