DRWakefield

DRWakefield D.R. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. are specialist green coffee merchants.

DRW has been the first in our sector to import Organic, Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance-certified coffees, helping to compliment our conventional business. DRW supports the coffee industry and was a founder member of both the Coffee Trade Federation (CTF) and the Speciality Coffee Association of Europe (SCAE).

05/02/2026

Harley and Raxidi Estates ☕️

We spent time at Harley and Raxidi Estates in India with D.M Purnesh, a 4th-generation coffee producer. The farms have evolved significantly over the years, with a strong focus on agronomy, processing, and quality control that demonstrates what well-processed Robustas can taste like. Priscilla speaks to Purnesh to learn more about the practices that have made an impact.

Tap the link in bio to learn more 🌱

23/12/2025

Sounds of Sweet Berry 🎧🍒

Processed in Yirgacheffe at Adame Washing Station, this coffee is available as both washed and natural. The water used during processing comes from a deep well funded through the Sweet Berry project, which also supplies clean drinking water to nearby villages and schools. It’s the same source that supports both coffee quality and daily life in the community.

Tom and Guus were recently on the ground in Ethiopia, spending time with the producers behind Sweet Berry. Keep an eye out for their trip report next month, along with more insights and images from our Ethiopian offering.

Watch, listen, and get a closer feel for how Sweet Berry comes together, one step at a time.

28/11/2025

Cencoic Mujeres 🇨🇴

CENCOIC has been a long-term partner of ours in Cauca, Colombia, working through a network of Indigenous communities to support economic autonomy, cultural preservation and sustainable agriculture. Women play a central role across these communities, contributing not only as producers but also in administration, training and leadership.

This year, we’re excited to introduce Cencoic Mujeres, a new washed coffee produced by women within the cooperative. It reflects years of investment in inclusive training, on-farm technical support and programmes that strengthen both coffee quality and community leadership.

The coffee has landed and is tasting fantastic so speak to your trader for samples and follow the link in bio to learn more 🔗

18/11/2025

This month we highlight Timea’s favourite coffee: El Oso from Peru 🇵🇪

El Oso comes from Cooperativa Agraria Frontera San Ignacio, deep in Northern Peru, and is part of our DRW Project Coffees supporting the conservation of the Santuario Nacional Tabaconas Namballe. The name “El Oso” is a nod to the spectacled bear that inhabits the surrounding forests 🐻

Timea chose it for its sweetness, long finish and fruity notes of kiwi and pineapple 🍍

El Oso is now available, so speak to your trader for samples, or head to the link in bio to learn more 🔗

05/11/2025

Why do interest rates matter in coffee? Henry breaks down how currency and interest rates ripple through every stage of the coffee supply chain 👇

💰 At origin: When currencies like the Brazilian Real or Colombian Peso shift against the USD, exporters either earn more or less for the same coffee. That movement changes differentials and impacts FOB pricing.
📦 At import: We buy coffee in USD, but our customers pay in GBP or EUR. A strong or weak pound directly affects how expensive that coffee feels to a roaster.
🌍 In the global market: Because the USD dominates global trade, when it strengthens or weakens, it can move commodity prices — including coffee.

30/10/2025

Gerações: building the future of Brazilian coffee 🇧🇷🌱

Created by SMC and Cooxupé, the Gerações Protocol is a sustainability framework designed with the Brazilian farmer in mind, helping producers improve year after year while protecting the land that sustains them.

Divided into three level — economic development, social responsibility, and environmental commitment, it offers a transparent, practical path towards long-term sustainability. The aim is simple: to ensure there’s coffee in Brazil for generations to come.

We’re proud to source several Gerações-approved coffees, including Monte Alto, Aracacu, Palmital, Paraiso, and soon, a Santos Grade coffee joining the range.

Follow the link in bio for more information 🔗

Investing in Sustainability at Origin 🌱 🌍At DRWakefield, we know that carbon offsetting alone isn’t the solution. While ...
25/02/2025

Investing in Sustainability at Origin 🌱 🌍

At DRWakefield, we know that carbon offsetting alone isn’t the solution. While we’ve taken steps to offset our Scope 1 & 2 emissions for 2020-2023, we’re also focusing on long-term investments in sustainability that directly support coffee producers.

Our long-term partner, Cencoic in Colombia, runs a Carbon Removal Unit (CRU) program, helping farmers transition to agroforestry—a sustainable farming method that improves soil health, biodiversity, and income stability.

By working with Cencoic, we’re ensuring that our efforts go beyond offsetting, actively contributing to a stronger, more resilient coffee supply chain.

If you'd like to know how it works and why this matters, then follow the link below 🔗

https://drwakefield.com/news-and-views/investing-in-our-supply-chain-for-a-sustainable-future/

🇧🇷 How is Brazil’s Coffee Crop Looking for 2025?Our long-term partner Daterra has shared insights into the realities on ...
17/02/2025

🇧🇷 How is Brazil’s Coffee Crop Looking for 2025?

Our long-term partner Daterra has shared insights into the realities on the ground in Brazil, and the picture is complex. From extreme droughts to shipping delays, these challenges could impact the 2025 crop.

Key takeaways:

🔥 Brazil faced one of its worst fire seasons, with 22 million hectares burned.

🌧️ Some coffee trees lost up to 70% of their leaves, prioritizing regrowth over flowering.

🚢 Shipping disruptions & new regulations are slowing exports.

💡 Daterra is tackling climate change with irrigation, reforestation, and water conservation efforts.

Want to know what this means for you? Read the full article via the link below 🔗

https://drwakefield.com/news-and-views/daterra-2025-update/

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