Events
Our proven Canephorum concept combines theoretical deep dives with practical experience, scientific rigor with enjoyment, and provides space for networking in the spirit of Canephora.
Together, participants and speakers from all over the world give Canephora a stage by bringing together science, roasters, cafés, traders, production, and consumption.
Canephorum V4 Meise
Diversity and Value
Are you ready to rediscover Coffea canephora? We are gathering for the fourth edition of Canephorum at Bouchout Castle in Meise Botanic Garden (Plantentuin Meise) in Belgium.
Over two days, we focus on science, roasting practice, and sensory evaluation around Canephora. We will discuss “Diversity and Value”, from genetics through to the finished cup, for everyone who wants to deepen their understanding of coffee through a Canephora lens.
Timeline
Day 1 – 22.06.2026
- 09:30 – 09:45
Arrival: Batch brew Canephora coffees - 09:45 – 10:00
Welcome with Lukas Harbig and Dr. Piet Stoffelen - 10:00 – 11:00
Keynote Lecture – Dr. Piet Stoffelen & Dr. Robrecht Bollen
“The Origins of Coffea canephora as a Global Coffee Crop” - 11:00 – 12:00
Keynote Lecture – Dr. Catherine Kiwuka (NARO / Uganda)
“The Value of African Canephora Diversity for Coffee”
12:00 – 13:00 lunch break
- 13:00 – 15:00
Parallel Session 1
Botanical Garden Tour | Herbarium Tour | Cupping - 15:00 – 16:00
Keynote Lecture – Dr. Michel Baqueta
“Approaches for Tracing Diversity in Canephora” - 16:00 – 18:00
Parallel Session 2
Botanical Garden Tour | Herbarium Tour | Cupping - 18:00 – 18:30
Day 1 Closing Remarks
Day 2 – 23.06.2026
- 09:30 – 09:45
Arrival: Batch brew Canephora coffees
10:00 – 11:30
Keynote Lecture – Dr. Lukas Macheiner
“The Chemistry of Optimal Canephora Roasting” - 11:45 – 12:00
Group photo at the Bouchout Castle
12:00 – 13:00 lunch break
- 13:00 – 14:00
Workshop – Lukas Harbig & Gloria Pedroza (CQI)
“Value Through Quality: Industry Perspectives on Canephora” - 14:00 – 15:00
Final Discussion: The Future Role of Canephora
Official Closing
Speaker
Dr. Piet Stoffelen
is a Senior Researcher at the Herbarium of Meise Botanic Garden in Belgium. He is known for his long-standing work on African coffee diversity and taxonomy.
Dr. Lukas Macheiner
works as Scientific Project Staff at IMC Krems in Applied Chemistry and Laboratory Technology. His research focuses on coffee chemistry and how processing and roasting shape composition and quality.
Dr. Catherine Kiwuka
works at the Plant Genetic Resources Centre of the National Agricultural Research Organization in Uganda. Her research looks at coffee genetic diversity and climate resilience, with a strong focus on Coffea canephora.
Dr. Michel Rocha Baqueta
is a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Chemistry at UNICAMP in Brazil and also teaches in Food Science. His work focuses on analytical methods that help evaluate and distinguish Coffea canephora quality and origin.
Dr. Robrecht Bollen
is a Research Scientist for coffee species at Meise Botanic Garden in Belgium. His work connects coffee biodiversity research with practical questions around quality, selection, and use.
Lukas Harbig
is co-founder of cumpa and co-initiator of Canephorum. His work brings together green coffee trade, communication, and a stronger platform for Coffea canephora.
Gloria Pedroza
is a coffee quality expert at NKG Quality Service in Zug. She leads quality and training work across the NKG network and is widely known for her sensory expertise.
Good timing if you are already in Brussels for World of Coffee (June 25 to 28). We are only 5 km away. Start your week with us at a major botanical venue in Europe.
Our event takes place at the distinctive Bouchout Castle. Learn more about our venue HERE.
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FAQ
Only lunches on both days are included in the ticket price, along with Coffea canephora coffee throughout the event. Breakfast and dinner are not included. If you have allergies, intolerances, or specific dietary requirements, please email us no later than four weeks before the event at canephorum@cumpa.de.
Yes. We are giving away 20 parking tickets. If you need a parking space, please let us know after purchasing your ticket by sending an email to canephorum@cumpa.de. Once all spaces have been allocated, we will unfortunately be unable to offer any further free parking.
Yes. If you share content on social media, please tag and mention Canephorum. A photographer will also be on site. If you do not want to appear in photos, please speak to our team on site.
You can show your ticket digitally. If you need to change the attendee name, please email us in advance at canephorum@cumpa.de.
The event will be held in English. If any individual program items differ, we will indicate this in the schedule.
The event is aimed at roasters, producers, and researchers involved in coffee, as well as anyone working on quality along the coffee value chain, from processing and trading to sensory analysis and quality management.