Call for Papers
Call for Papers
Present your work at ICC 2026
The International Coffee Convention invites researchers, experts and practitioners to contribute to a scientific programme defined by quality, relevance and practical consequence.
ICC is dedicated to applied science in coffee. We welcome contributions that are scientifically robust and directly relevant to the professionals, businesses and institutions shaping the sector today.
This is not a forum for detached abstraction. It is a platform for work that helps clarify current challenges, interpret emerging developments and generate practical insight across the coffee value chain.
Submissions are invited from academia, research institutes, industry, technical organisations and practice-based innovation contexts.
Track 1: Climate & Agriculture
"Climate Resilience and Agricultural Innovation"- Climate adaptation strategies in coffee cultivation
- Innovative agricultural technologies
- Biodiversity preservation
- Measuring environmental impact of interventions
- Case studies of successful climate resilience programs
Track 2: Sustainability & Processing
"Sustainable Processing and Circular Economy"- Zero-waste processing technologies
- Energy efficiency in coffee production
- By-product valorization
- Carbon footprint reduction strategies
- Water management and conservation
Track 3: Market & Consumers
"Consumer Trends and Market Dynamics"- Evolving consumer preferences
- Premium and specialty coffee markets
- Price volatility and market stabilization
- Supply chain transparency
- Impact of certifications on consumer behavior
Track 4: Technology & Innovation
"Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0"- Blockchain in coffee traceability
- AI and machine learning applications
- Smart farming technologies
- Digital quality assessment tools
- E-commerce and digital marketing strategies
Track 5: Ethics & Society
"Social Equity and Ethical Sourcing"- Fair trade and direct trade models
- Gender equity in coffee communities
- Living income initiatives
- Community development programs
- Labor rights and working conditions
Track 6: Trade & Regulation
"Trade, Market Dynamics and Regulatory Impacts"- International trade agreements
- Tariff implications
- Regulatory frameworks (EU, US, Asia)
- Novel food regulations
- Nagoya Protocol compliance
Why Present at ICC
Presenting at ICC means engaging with an audience that values both scientific quality and practical interpretation. It is an opportunity to share your work with researchers, technical experts, industry leaders, producers, roasters, traders and strategic decision-makers in a setting designed for genuine exchange.
ICC favours contributions that are clear, relevant and discussion-worthy. Presenters should not only bring data, but also insight.
Submission Guidelines
We encourage submissions that demonstrate one or more of the following qualities:
- strong scientific or analytical foundations
- practical implications for the coffee sector
- interdisciplinary relevance
- methodological transparency
- clear communication of findings and significance
Contributions may address technical, scientific, economic, environmental, regulatory or social dimensions of coffee, provided they align with the overall orientation of the convention.
Important Dates
To be announced.
Proceedings
Selected contributions may form part of the broader scientific documentation and proceedings associated with the convention. ICC values lasting accessibility and recognises the importance of preserving high-quality work beyond the event itself.
Further information regarding submission process, timelines and presentation format will be published shortly.
If your work helps explain the future of coffee in a way that is rigorous, relevant and applicable, we encourage you to submit.
Submit Abstract
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