EP 1161 Antonie Fountain - The Sustainability of Cacao - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward

This is the 5th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar. The guest on this podcast series is Antonie Fountain, managing director and co-founder of VOICE Network (cocoa) and VOCAL Alliance (coffee). In this series, Lee and Antonie explore the state of the cocoa industry, paying particular attention to the impact recent price spikes are having on producers and the sustainability of the market at large. In this insightful episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Antonie discuss the rapid shift from voluntary to mandatory sustainability practices in the coffee and cocoa industries. They explore how these changes are driven by new EU regulations, such as the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, requiring companies to ensure their products meet stringent environmental and human rights standards. Antonie explains the challenges corporations face in adapting to these regulations and how it affects smallholders. The conversation also delves into the role of billionaires, government regulations, and the potential impact on global supply chains. This episode provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of sustainability and its implications for the future of coffee and cacao production. 00:00 The Urgency of Sustainability 00:45 Sponsor Message: Map It Forward Workshop 01:23 Introduction to the Series 01:35 The Role of Billionaires in Supply Chains 02:49 EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) 03:59 Voluntary vs. Mandatory Sustainability 04:31 Historical Context of Deregulation 04:51 Corporate Challenges in Sustainability 06:18 The Push for Mandatory Regulations 08:04 Corporate Accountability and Compliance 10:25 Impact on Smallholders and Producers 16:28 Child Labor Laws and Misconceptions 22:17 Future of Coffee and Cacao Markets 26:21 Conclusion and Contact Information Connect with Antonie Fountain and Voice Network here: https://www.voicenetwork.cc https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonie/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Support this podcast on Patreon for a few dollars a month here: https://bit.ly/MIFPatreon The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safar https://www.mapitforward.coffee https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee https://www.instagram.com/leesafar •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• This episode is brought to you by Map It Forward's revised on-demand online workshop "It's Time to Become a Coffee Consultant" available now on our website with additional new bonus material including the coffee consultant career map. Get more details on how you can create an alternative revenue stream today at https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops

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The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by MAP IT FORWARD provides content to the Global Coffee Industry Monday to Friday at 1 am PT. Episodes typically run between 20-25 minutes and are hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar. Each week a new 5-part series is released with a coffee industry expert speaking to challenges and innovations in the global coffee value chain. At Map It Forward, our mission is to encourage an industry mindset where people conspire to each other's success and our vision is to be a functional part of creating a standard within the coffee industry where people build responsible businesses with responsible pricing models. Our commitment to integrity, openness, authenticity, and curiosity is not just a statement; it's the cornerstone of everything we do. The video version of this podcast is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/mapitforward Find out more about MAP IT FORWARD at https://www.mapitforward.coffee