The diagram illustrates the 12 stages involved in the production of coffee using the dry method, from the initial sorting of beans to the final packaging and sale.
Overall, the process consists of twelve main stages, beginning with sorting the beans and culminating in the packaging and selling of the final product.
Initially, the beans are sorted by hand, after which they are cleaned using a sieve. Once the beans are cleaned, they are exposed to sunlight to dry for four weeks. Following this drying period, the beans are raked and turned by a worker to ensure that they dry evenly. In the next stage, the beans are stored in silos before being transported to the mill by truck.
At the mill, the beans are hulled to remove their outer shells. Once this process is complete, they undergo grading according to their quality. Subsequently, the processed beans are packed into sacks and sold. Thereafter, the coffee beans are roasted using a specialised machine. Finally, the roasted beans are packed into bags and sold to consumers.