Practical Research at Volcán Azul

Launching New Research Projects in Costa Rica: Partnering with Alejo Castro at Volcán Azul to Test and Expand Innovative Techniques

The Coffee Research Station

Our Coffee Research Station was established six years ago in a climate-controlled greenhouse in Sjælland, Denmark.

Understanding the Impact of Soil Balances

Soil fertility, the capacity of soil to provide essential nutrients for plant growth, hinges on a delicate balance of macronutrients

Breeding for the future

Climate change poses significant challenges to coffee production. Studies indicate that rising temperatures and shifting precipitation patterns are likely to hinder the growth, flowering, and fruiting of coffee plants.

Implementation at Volcán Azul

At POMA, we conduct various experiments covering every aspect of coffee farming, with a particular emphasis on crop load management and growth regulation techniques, water- and fertiliser optimisation, and understanding how climate impacts quality and tree physiology.

Cold Washed Process

Once coffee fruits are harvested, the seeds contain a lot of moisture and need to be dried to a level where they can be stored without spoiling. Ideally, this moisture content should be around 10-12% for most varieties of coffee. There are various methods for drying coffee, each affecting the flavor and characteristics of the final product.

Exploring water's role in coffee.

In the world of coffee, water is more than just a means of extraction — it's a critical component that significantly impacts the final brew's quality. Despite this awareness, understanding the intricacies of water mineral composition and its influence on coffee characteristics remains limited in the industry.

Season 1 · Experiment 1

Dissertation on Thinning

In this experiment we are investigating the impact of microclimate on coffee physiology and quality.

Season 1 · Experiment 3

Dissertation on Microclimate

In this experiment, we are studying the effects of different fruit loads on Caturra coffee trees grown in a controlled environment at our research station.