Choose Your Path to Laotian Coffee Sourcing
Three distinct approaches designed for different sourcing needs and levels of engagement with Bolaven Plateau coffee.
Back to HomeFinding the Right Approach for Your Roastery
Each of our programs addresses different sourcing objectives. Whether you're exploring Laotian coffee for the first time, seeking to build community impact through your supply chain, or expanding regional sourcing across mainland Southeast Asia, we've developed an approach that aligns with your goals.
Take your time reviewing the options below. When you're ready to discuss which might suit your needs, we're here to provide honest guidance about the best fit.
Laotian Coffee Introduction Program
Your gateway to understanding Bolaven Plateau coffee through structured exploration and guided purchasing.
What You Receive:
- Curated sample collection from 3-5 producer groups
- Detailed producer profiles with farm information
- Processing documentation and quality scoring
- Harvest updates and availability information
- Export facilitation and logistics guidance
- Purchasing consultation and pricing support
Ideal For:
Roasters curious about Laos's emerging specialty coffee sector who want affordable entry with meaningful origin stories and development potential.
Agricultural Development Partnership
Connect your coffee sourcing with meaningful community development in Laotian farming villages.
Project scope determines investment level
What You Receive:
- Project identification aligned with your values
- Community needs assessment and planning
- Impact monitoring and documentation
- Regular communication and photo updates
- Integrated coffee sourcing coordination
- Marketing materials for customer communication
Ideal For:
Businesses seeking authentic social impact through their supply chain rather than separate CSR programs. Projects range from processing facility development to community infrastructure improvements.
Mekong Region Sourcing Expansion
Strategic guidance for developing coffee sourcing across mainland Southeast Asia beyond Vietnam.
What You Receive:
- Regional opportunity mapping across three countries
- Producer contact introduction and facilitation
- Comparative quality assessment framework
- Logistics and export documentation guidance
- Sourcing philosophy alignment consultation
- Regional market context and opportunity evaluation
Ideal For:
Roasters seeking diversification into smaller origins or companies building socially-conscious supply chains in developing markets. Engagement begins with understanding your sourcing philosophy.
Quick Comparison
Understanding which program aligns with your current needs and future goals.
| Feature | Introduction | Development | Regional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investment Level | $680 USD | From $3,500 USD | $2,200 USD |
| Geographic Focus | Bolaven Plateau | Bolaven Plateau | Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar |
| Timeline | 4-8 weeks | 3-12 months | 6-10 weeks |
| Community Impact | Direct pricing | Project-based | Multiple communities |
| Ongoing Support | Harvest updates | Full project monitoring | Regional coordination |
Not Sure Which Fits Your Needs?
We're happy to discuss your sourcing situation and provide honest guidance about which program might work well for you—or whether Laotian coffee makes sense for your roastery at all.
Start with Introduction If:
- • You're exploring Laos for the first time
- • You want affordable specialty coffee
- • You need origin story diversity
- • You prefer low-risk evaluation
Choose Development If:
- • Social impact matters to your company
- • You want integrated supply chain ethics
- • You seek meaningful producer relationships
- • You have budget for community projects
Select Regional If:
- • You're diversifying beyond Vietnam
- • You want multiple origin options
- • You need strategic sourcing guidance
- • You're building emerging origin expertise
Ready to Discuss Your Sourcing Needs?
Let's have an honest conversation about which program might align with your goals, or whether Laotian coffee fits your sourcing strategy at this time.
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