How roasters
‍use Algrano

Same steps.
Better sourcing model.

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Contract for coffees in 2 ways through Algrano:

Algrano’s Marketplace:

Browse our marketplace to discover new coffees & producers.

Existing Partnerships:

Use Algrano for logistics, financing, and services.

Once you’ve found a coffee, Algrano's modular services give you control.

Then select only what you need.
Freight & Import
Financing
Quality Insurance
Warehousing
Last Mile Delivery
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How buying on the Marketplace works:

Buying through Algrano’s Marketplace follows the same steps you’re used to: find a coffee, try a sample of it, purchase, and receive.
The difference with Algrano is:

You buy before the coffee leaves its origin country.

The producer always sets the base price.

You can select only the services you need.

This lets you secure coffees earlier and build long-term relationships with producers, year over year.
Our secret sauce is making the complex simple.
Algrano removes the operational risk and complexity for you and the producer that usually comes with direct sourcing.

Steps to purchase coffee through Algrano:

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Find your coffee
Create a free account and browse through listings from producers around the world.
Sample
Order samples of coffees that match your needs. Samples ship from our offices in Switzerland and typically arrive within 3 - 5 days.
Order & Customize Services
Ordering is as simple as checking out an online order. As you’re checking out, select services you need, such as financing and warehousing. From 5 bags to 5 containers, it's the same process.
Track, Receive, and Release
We notify you as your coffee moves through each stage of the supply chain. Once it arrives in your chosen warehouse, you can log into your account and release your coffee as needed.
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Already working with a producer?

The process is similar - we coordinate with your producer on logistics while you maintain the relationship. Select only the services you need through our supply chain services.

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FAQs

What will it actually cost?

The price you pay to get the coffee to your warehouse is the listed price. So as you browse, all of the costs in exporting, importing, etc are built into the price you see. You can read more about our pricing here.

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How do I know the producer will be a good partner and supplier?

Producers selling on the Algrano Marketplace have gone through our comprehensive Verified Sellers Program. We calibrate with producers on quality, publish their coffee scores from our QC lab, and work with them throughout the season, so you can have a high degree of confidence.

What if there is a quality issue?

If you choose quality insurance and the coffee doesn't arrive as expected, we'll cover it and help you find a replacement.

How does Algrano work with my existing producer relationships?

We handle everything needed for Direct Trade to happen. Click here to learn more.

How long will it take to arrive at my roastery?

Coffees are listed by producers on Algrano as soon as samples are available at Algrano's QC lab. This is during or at the end of the harvest period. The coffees need to rest before they are exported. Exact shipping times will vary a little, but the coffee is typically available for roasters around 3 to 4 months after the order.

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