Editor's Note

Emergence of the Exotic Bean industry

The development of the coffee industry in SouthEast Asian countries varies greatly. Several Southeast Asian nations rely entirely on imports of coffee, while Vietnam ranks among the top producers and exporters of the beverage in the world. Other large exporters of coffee include nations like Laos, Indonesia, and others. Southeast Asia's geographic location and climate are perfect for growing coffee. A strong coffee business has also developed in the area as a result of the local coffee culture and production know-how. As the trends reshape the coffee market, we have come up with this special issue that focuses exclusively on this unique segment.

The cover story of this issue features King Coffee. Under the guidance of an experienced Vietnamese coffee industry expert, Madame Le Hoang Diep Thao, King Coffee has quickly established itself in the...  >>More