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Kaldi Award

Legend has it that the Abyssinian goatherd Kaldi discovered the effects of coffee. This story is common throughout the coffee industry. Legend has it that he discovered the effect of the fruit and its stimulating properties over a thousand years ago. His goats had eaten the berries from the coffee bush and then jumped around very excitedly and were unusually active.

Since 2016, the "KaldiAward" will be presented to people who have made a significant contribution to a better understanding of coffee or to the improvement of coffee through scientific work. The award is presented by Coffee Consulate. The decision on the award is made by an international, independent jury of experts.

The jury for the KaldiAward is composed of the conference chairs and advisory board.

2023 Kaldi Award Recipients:
Lifetime Achievement Award: Prof. Dr. Adriana Farah’s research on coffee ingredients and their nutritional and health effects has profoundly enhanced our understanding of coffee’s impact on human well-being. Her commitment and comprehensive studies in numerous, highly cited publications have significantly advanced global knowledge in the coffee field.
Green Coffee/Cultivation and Processing: Dr. Christophe Montagnon’s work on the genetics of coffee plants has been pivotal. His pioneering research has contributed to the discovery of more resilient and sustainable coffee varieties, addressing critical challenges in cultivation and processing.
Roasting and Analytics: Jan Teipel is recognized for his leadership in the development of standardized methods for coffee analyses, particularly the European Standard DIN EN 17992 [39], which uses Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrometric techniques. His contributions have greatly improved the precision and reliability of coffee authenticity assessments, setting new benchmarks in the industry.
Preparation and Consumption: Dr. Amaia Iriondo-DeHond’s research on the importance, food safety, and applicability of coffee by-products has opened innovative pathways for their utilization. Her work has significantly contributed to sustainability in the coffee industry, showcasing the potential of coffee by-products beyond their conventional uses.
Special Award (Coffee Ambassador): The Kaldi Award 2023 also included a Special Award category, the Coffee Ambassador, which was granted for the first time. This honor was bestowed upon Dr. Massimiliano Fabian in recognition of his active role in shaping cooperation within global coffee organizations, including the International Coffee Organization (ICO). Dr. Fabian’s efforts have significantly contributed to fostering the collaborative networks and partnerships essential for the advancement of the coffee sector on an international level.
Kaldi Award

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Kaldi Award 2023

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4

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