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===Pest and Disease Management=== | ===Pest and Disease Management=== | ||
Coffee trees are susceptible to various pests and diseases that can affect their health and productivity. Common pests include coffee berry borer, leaf rust, and nematodes. Implementing integrated pest management practices, such as regular monitoring, pruning infected branches, and using organic or targeted pesticides when necessary, can help mitigate these issues. | Coffee trees are susceptible to various pests and diseases that can affect their health and productivity. Common pests include coffee berry borer, leaf rust, and nematodes. Implementing integrated pest management practices, such as regular monitoring, pruning infected branches, and using organic or targeted pesticides when necessary, can help mitigate these issues. | ||
==Harvesting and Processing== | |||
Coffee harvesting involves handpicking ripe cherries, which are typically red or yellow, depending on the variety. The timing of the harvest is crucial to ensure optimal flavor and quality. Once harvested, the cherries undergo processing, which can be done through either the wet or dry method. Wet processing involves removing the outer pulp and fermenting the beans, while dry processing involves drying the cherries intact before removing the dried skin and parchment. | |||
==Other Pertinent information== | ==Other Pertinent information== | ||