Geography

What distinguishes the 'Site' from the 'Situation' in a business context?

The Site refers to the actual physical land the business is on, while the Situation relates to the location's context relative to surrounding areas.

What are some business checks to consider for the Site of a coffee shop?

Is the building large enough? Does it have large windows? Is there space for an outdoor seating area?

Why is Accessibility important for a coffee shop?

If customers find it hard to get to the shop, they are likely to go elsewhere, impacting sales.

Define Footfall in the context of a coffee shop's success.

Footfall is the number of people walking past a specific location within a given timeframe, influencing potential sales.

What is the Bean Belt?

The Bean Belt is the region between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn where coffee grows successfully.

What climate factors are essential for coffee plant growth?

Coffee plants require tropical climates with high rainfall, no frost, and rich volcanic soil.

At what altitudes do high-quality Arabica coffee beans grow best?

High-quality Arabica beans grow best on steep mountain slopes at altitudes between 1,000 to 2,000 meters above sea level.

How does Globalization affect coffee consumption?

Coffee is grown in regions like East Africa and consumed heavily in Europe and North America, indicating a dependence on global trade.

List the steps involved in the journey of coffee from farm to cup.

1. Agriculture: Harvesting coffee cherries. 2. Processing & Export: Extracting and packing beans. 3. Transport: Shipping across trade routes. 4. Manufacturing/Roasting: Roasting green beans. 5. Retail: Brewing and selling coffee.