Advice for a newbie roaster...

I've been in the coffee business for almost 12 years and have now decided it is time to begin roasting our own coffee.

So, I'm hoping there are some kind people that can point my in the right direction...

  1. What are some good sources for learning about direct trade? I know Direct Trade (caps) is an Intelligentsia trade marked term. Any specific groups or web sites that will help a new roaster establish direct trade connections?
  2. I've joined this forum, joined SCAA, engage on CoffeeGeek.com and also subscribed to Roast Magazine. Any other places I should be involved/subscribed?
  3. I'm leaning towards a 12 kilo roaster from US Roaster Corp. I also looked into Ambex, Deidrich and Probat. Who would be your first choice?
Well, I really appreciate any advice and value your time for reading my questions!

Look forward to sharing my experiences here...

Dave

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