Roasted CoffeeThe Rise of Coffee Roasters. Implications for Traders
The number of coffee roasters worldwide continues to grow, from small specialty startups to large-scale international operations, making the market more competitive than ever. While this expansion reflects strong consumer demand for quality, traceability, and unique flavours, it also brings challenges. Rising costs, tighter margins, consolidation, and supply chain pressure are reshaping how roasters, traders, and producers operate. This article examines what the rapid rise of coffee roasters means for the broader supply chain, particularly green coffee traders.The Global Rise …



