Coffee Series - Part 7: Day In The Life Of A Coffee Farmer

Welcome to Part 7 of my hilarious Steemit series about the wild world of coffee. In this entry, we will take a peek into the daily grind of a coffee farmer.

First things first, coffee farmers are early birds. Like, really early birds. They wake up before the roosters and head out to the fields to check on their precious coffee cherries. And let me tell you, coffee cherries are a finicky bunch. They need just the right amount of sun, water, and love to turn into the delicious beans we all know and love.

Next up, it's time for some manual labor. Coffee farming is no walk in the park, let me tell you. The farmers have to pick the cherries by hand, and let me tell you, it ain't easy. Imagine trying to pick a cherry from a tree while also trying to avoid getting pecked by a grumpy bird. It's like trying to play a game of Cherry Picker while blindfolded.

After the cherries are picked, it's time for the real magic to happen. The farmers have to decide whether to wet process or dry process the cherries. Wet processing involves a lot of water, so farmers in countries with a consistent water supply tend to go for this method. But for farmers in countries with inconsistent water supply, dry processing is the way to go. It's like choosing between taking a shower or a bath, but with coffee cherries.

Once the cherries have been processed, it's time for the beans to dry. This is where the farmers really earn their stripes. They have to keep a close eye on the beans to make sure they don't dry too quickly or too slowly. It's like trying to bake a cake without a timer.
Finally, the beans are ready to be harvested and sent off to be roasted and packaged. And the cycle begins again.

In conclusion, being a coffee farmer is no easy feat. It's a day-in, day-out grind that requires a lot of hard work, patience, and a love for coffee. So the next time you take a sip of your morning brew, take a moment to appreciate the farmer who made it all possible. And remember, coffee doesn't grow on trees, it grows on hardworking farmers.