Tim Wendelboe on biological coffee farming and chasing great taste from seed to cup

Tim Wendelboe runs his own roastery and espresso bar in Oslo, Norway where he imports, roasts and serves high quality coffees. Tim has won multiple international barista competitions and is known for his ability to create great taste. In this episode, we trace Tim's career starting as a barista, moving into coffee roasting, and then starting his own Farm, Finca el Suelo, in Columbia where he practices biological coffee farming. We also discuss how Tim works closely and transparently with farmers to improve their coffee quality. 

8:30 Positively influencing great taste in coffee
15:30 The Tim Wendelboe coffee shop experience
18:00 How Tim works with farmers around the world 
27:30 Adventures in biological coffee farming in Columbia
43:20 Sustainability and transparency 

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