Coffee Up! - A podcast from the wholesale team at Market Lane Coffee

About Coffee Up! - A podcast from the wholesale team at Market Lane Coffee

A podcast for our growing community of like-minded businesses who want to serve delicious, sustainable and ethically sourced coffees. To find out more about our wholesale coffee, please go to marketlane.com.au/wholesale

Publisher

Market Lane Coffee

Category

arts · business · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 May 2021

Latest episode

3 May 2025

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 May 2025

   A conversation about rising coffee prices

   In our latest podcast episode, Market Lane co-owner Jason Scheltus helps unpack the recent rise in coffee prices, and what it means for cafés, producers and the industry as a whole. While commodity coffee prices (known as the C price) have always fluctuated with weather, supply and demand, we’ve seen a sharp rise in recent months – more than doubling since early last year. For many producers, this is a welcome shift: for the first time in a long while, the price they receive for their coffee is approaching what it actually costs to produce. But higher prices bring new challenges, rippling through the supply chain, particularly here in Australia, where market saturation and strong competition have kept prices low. At Market Lane, we’ve built our business around long-term, transparent sourcing relationships. The prices we pay for coffee aren’t linked to the commodity market. Instead, we pay the price dictated by the producer, which is influenced by the cost of production, the quality, and the volume we’re purchasing. We pay well above the commodity or Fair Trade prices. And these amounts remain stable year to year, or they increase. This approach builds trust and helps safeguard quality, even during volatile market periods like the one we’re in now. For cafés and retailers, these changes are understandably daunting. But there are opportunities, too. Diversifying your offer – such as retailing beans for home brewing – is a great way to maintain accessibility and build value. Doubling down on consistency, quality and customer service is more important than ever. And now might just be the perfect time to share more of the story behind the coffees you serve – who grows them, how they’re produced, and why that matters. This is a thoughtful, honest and hopeful conversation, and one that we hope helps you feel a little more informed and prepared for the months ahead.

2. 

   19 Jul 2024

   Field notes from Rwanda
 – June 2024

   Known as the ‘Land of One Thousand Hills,’ Rwanda is a lush, mountainous country with high elevations, rich volcanic soil, a temperate climate, and abundant sunshine – all of which make it an ideal region for growing coffee. In the aftermath of Rwanda’s devastating genocide, these perfect coffee-growing conditions were identified as a means to help rebuild Rwanda’s agricultural sector and played a significant role in aiding the country’s recovery and supporting its people. Today, after more than two decades of investment, education, and hard work, Rwanda is internationally recognised for its unwavering commitment to high-quality coffee. At Market Lane, we have a deep appreciation for Rwandan coffees. Since we opened, we’ve been dedicated to serving these remarkable coffees every year, and together with our sister company, Melbourne Coffee Merchants, we’ve worked tirelessly to grow a market and foster greater appreciation for this country’s incredible coffee. Having just returned from a sourcing trip, we thought it would be a great opportunity to catch up with Aislinn and Abby to hear about their experiences. Aislinn, a crucial member of the Melbourne Coffee Merchants team, has been an integral part of our coffee-buying efforts in Rwanda for several years. Her expertise and dedication have greatly contributed to our success in sourcing exceptional Rwandan coffees. Abby, Market Lane’s talented copywriter and storyteller, has been instrumental in shaping our brand’s voice. In the early days of Market Lane, she coined the beloved phrase, “We love to make coffee for the city that loves to drink it.” Today, Abby’s engaging and thoughtful writing is woven into countless aspects of Market Lane, enriching the way we communicate with our customers and building a market for and appreciation of high-quality specialty coffee.

3. 

   28 Oct 2023

   A conversation with Clare Scott from Bellroy about Team Development and Culture

   We were delighted to have the wonderful Clare Scott from Bellroy join us at our first Leadership in Hospitality event, which was focused on the theme of team development and culture. Bellroy’s mission is to inspire better ways to carry, use business as a force for good, and help the world and their crew flourish. As the organisation’s Head of People and Culture, Clare (and her team) are responsible for ensuring that Bellroy attracts, retains and supports its 100-strong crew (working across 14 countries!), while creating a supportive, productive and inclusive culture that aligns with the organisation’s goals and values. A certified ‘Great Place to Work’, Bellroy took out the top small business spot in 2021 and was dubbed ‘Australia’s Best Workplace’. This recognition is testament to the incredible work that Clare and her team do every day. We knew that we were just scratching the surface with Clare on the night of our Leadership in Hospitality event, so we are very pleased to welcome Clare back for an episode of our Coffee Up! podcast. In this episode, Clare discusses the importance of building a healthy culture, while emphasising the value of tension and trust within a team. She also shares insights on Bellroy's unique approach to recruitment, and how they ensure they're hiring individuals who will align with their culture. 🎧 The Knowledge Project: #115 Danny Meyer: Hospitality and Humanity (https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-knowledge-project-with-shane-parrish/id990149481?i=1000528715159)

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 25 / 100

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Quality

37

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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