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# Roasters: How to Buy on Algrano

 Everything you need to know about buying coffee through Algrano

## Supply Chain Services

- [Supply Chain Services](https://help.algrano.com/supply-chain-services-)

## Direct Sourcing

- [Who can buy coffee through Algrano?](https://help.algrano.com/who-can-buy-coffee-through-algrano-1)
- [Do you have a price list or offer list that you can send me?](https://help.algrano.com/do-you-have-a-price-list-or-offer-list-that-you-can-send-me-1)
- [From which origins are you offering coffees?](https://help.algrano.com/from-which-origins-are-you-offering-coffees-1)
- [Can I buy certified coffee?](https://help.algrano.com/can-i-buy-certified-coffee-1)
- [What are Spot coffees?](https://help.algrano.com/what-are-spot-coffees-1)
- [What is an Offer on Algrano and what are the different types?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-an-offer-on-algrano)
- [Are the coffee offers seasonal or available all year?](https://help.algrano.com/are-the-coffee-offers-seasonal-or-available-all-year)
- [Why is there a minimum order quantity for coffees?](https://help.algrano.com/why-is-there-a-minimum-order-quantity-for-coffees-1)
- [What can I do if the coffee I cupped is sold out?](https://help.algrano.com/the-coffee-i-cupped-is-sold-out-1)
- [What can I do if I can not find the coffee I'm looking for?](https://help.algrano.com/what-can-i-do-if-i-can-not-find-the-coffee-im-looking-for)
- [Can I buy or sell roasted coffee on Algrano?](https://help.algrano.com/can-i-buy/sell-roasted-coffee-on-algrano-1)
- [Can you bring in Chocolate / Cascara / Honey from the same farm as my coffee?](https://help.algrano.com/can-you-bring-in-chocolate-/-cascara-/-honey-from-the-same-farm-as-my-coffee-1)
- [Step-by-Step Guide to Buying Coffee Through Algrano.](https://help.algrano.com/step-by-step-guide-to-buying-coffee-through-algrano)
- [What is the purchase cycle from sample order to coffee delivered?](https://help.algrano.com/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-coffee-to-be-available-for-releasing-from-the-warehouse-after-i-place-an-order)
- [Can I communicate directly with producers/roasters?](https://help.algrano.com/can-i-communicate-directly-with-producers/roasters)
- [How can I talk to the producer?](https://help.algrano.com/how-can-i-talk-to-the-farmer-1)
- [What is the difference between a seller and a producer on Algrano?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-seller-and-a-producer-on-algrano-1)
- [How do I find out more about the coffee or producer?](https://help.algrano.com/how-do-i-find-out-more-about-the-coffee-or-producer)
- [How do I find the coffee info about my already contracted lot?](https://help.algrano.com/how-do-i-find-the-coffee-info-about-my-already-contracted-lot-1)
- [Could Algrano follow up with the seller since they haven't been responding to my emails?](https://help.algrano.com/could-algrano-follow-up-with-the-seller-since-they-havent-been-responding-to-my-emails)
- [When is the producer paid in shared shipments?](https://help.algrano.com/when-is-the-producer-paid-in-shared-shipments)
- [What is the farmgate price?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-the-farmgate-price-1)
- [What is a coffee request?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-a-coffee-request-1)
- [What is the sourcing planner?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-the-sourcing-planner-1)
- [How can I speak to someone at Algrano?](https://help.algrano.com/how-can-i-speak-to-someone-at-algrano-1)
- [How do I buy the same coffee again next year?](https://help.algrano.com/how-do-i-buy-the-same-coffee-again-next-year)
- [What can I do if I received an offer via Coffee Request but the lot isn’t fully available?](https://help.algrano.com/i-received-an-offer-via-coffee-request-but-the-lot-isnt-fully-available.-what-can-i-do)

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## Samples

- [Can you get samples from origins that are not listed on the marketplace?](https://help.algrano.com/can-you-get-samples-from-origins-that-are-not-listed-on-the-marketplace)
- [I’m a home roaster. Can I order green coffee samples?](https://help.algrano.com/im-a-home-roaster-can-i-order-samples-what-question-is-your-article-answering)
- [The shipment is closing soon. Do I have time to order a sample?](https://help.algrano.com/the-shipment-is-closing-soon.-do-i-have-time-1)
- [Is there any point in ordering a sample if the The lot's MOQ (minimum order quantity) is too high?](https://help.algrano.com/is-there-any-point-in-ordering-a-sample-if-the-the-lots-moq-minimum-order-quantity-is-too-high-for-me)
- [Should I wait until all the samples I want are available and order at once?](https://help.algrano.com/should-i-wait-until-all-the-samples-i-want-are-available-and-order-at-once-1)
- [Do I receive a pre-shipment sample to cup before my coffee arrives in my roastery?](https://help.algrano.com/do-i-receive-a-pre-shipment-sample-to-cup-before-my-coffee-arrives-in-my-roastery-1)

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## Pricing & Financing

- [How can I get a quote for a coffee listed on Algrano?](https://help.algrano.com/how-can-i-get-a-quote-for-a-coffee-listed-on-algrano)
- [Is there a cost associated with joining Algrano?](https://help.algrano.com/does-it-cost-to-join)
- [Why does the price of coffee change from day to day?](https://help.algrano.com/why-does-the-price-of-coffee-change-from-day-to-day)
- [Can I buy on differentials?](https://help.algrano.com/can-i-buy-on-differentials)
- [Does the price change based on the final warehouse location?](https://help.algrano.com/does-the-fca-price-vary-depending-on-the-final-warehouse)
- [I'm curious about the Service Fee—what does it involve?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-the-algrano-fee)
- [I’m ordering for the first time. Will I pay the same service fee in every order?](https://help.algrano.com/im-ordering-for-the-first-time.-will-i-pay-the-same-service-fee-in-every-order)
- [Can I receive a discount if I place a large order?](https://help.algrano.com/how-do-i-benefit-from-volume-discounts)
- [I want to order multiple small lots instead of a single big one. How does that affect the Service fee?](https://help.algrano.com/i-want-to-order-multiple-small-lots-instead-of-a-single-big-one.-how-does-that-affect-the-algrano-fee)
- [How do I estimate my coffee's total cost up to delivery?](https://help.algrano.com/how-can-i-estimate-the-full-cost-of-my-coffee)
- [What does the Freight, import & outhousing cost include?](https://help.algrano.com/what-does-the-freight-import-outhousing-cost-include)
- [Do shipping rates vary across lots?](https://help.algrano.com/do-shipping-rates-vary-across-lots-1)
- [How much does warehousing cost?](https://help.algrano.com/how-much-does-warehousing-cost)
- [How much do warehousing costs vary across warehouses?](https://help.algrano.com/how-much-do-warehousing-costs-vary-across-warehouses)
- [How can I estimate the cost of releasing and road transport?](https://help.algrano.com/how-much-does-road-transport-cost-1)
- [What is the cost of carry?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-the-cost-of-carry)
- [Why is selecting Pay after delivery not available for my order?](https://help.algrano.com/why-cant-i-select-pay-after-delivery)
- [What does the term FOB refer to?](https://help.algrano.com/what-does-the-term-fob-refer-to)
- [How can I apply for credit?](https://help.algrano.com/how-can-i-apply-for-credit)
- [What is the cost of financing?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-the-cost-of-financing)
- [How can I change the financing term in the contract?](https://help.algrano.com/how-can-i-change-the-financing-term-on-the-contract)
- [Where can I find my invoices?](https://help.algrano.com/where-can-i-find-my-invoices-1)
- [Can I have my invoices sent to a different email address?](https://help.algrano.com/can-i-have-my-invoices-sent-to-a-different-email-address-1)
- [My invoice has the note “intra community”; what does that mean?](https://help.algrano.com/my-invoice-has-the-note-intra-community-what-should-i-do-1)
- [My invoice has the note “Tax-exempt/export delivery from third country” or “Reverse Charge”, what should I do?](https://help.algrano.com/my-invoice-has-the-note-tax-exempt/export-delivery-from-third-country-or-reverse-charge-what-should-i-do-2)
- [When do I pay for my coffee?](https://help.algrano.com/when-do-i-pay-for-my-coffee)
- [How can I pay my invoice after release?](https://help.algrano.com/how-can-i-pay-my-invoice-after-release)
- [How can I pay my invoice?](https://help.algrano.com/how-can-i-pay-my-invoice)
- [How are currency exchange rates calculated on Algrano?](https://help.algrano.com/how-are-currency-exchange-rates-calculated-on-algrano)
- [Do I have to pay taxes for the coffee I ordered?](https://help.algrano.com/do-i-have-to-pay-taxes-for-the-coffee-i-ordered)
- [What is Direct Debit, and how does it work on Algrano?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-direct-debit-and-how-does-it-work-on-algrano)
- [How do I pay an invoice using Direct Debit?](https://help.algrano.com/how-do-i-pay-an-invoice-using-direct-debit)
- [How do I set up Direct Debit for payments?](https://help.algrano.com/2.-how-do-i-set-up-direct-debit-for-payments)
- [What happens if I’ve already started a payment with Direct Debit?](https://help.algrano.com/3.-how-do-i-pay-an-invoice-using-direct-debit)

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## Contracts

- [What does FCA mean, and what is included in my contract price?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-fca-1)
- [How do I edit a contract after confirming it online?](https://help.algrano.com/how-do-i-edit-a-contract-i-made-online)
- [Can I buy coffee on Algrano without a VAT number?](https://help.algrano.com/i-dont-have-a-vat-number-what-should-i-do-1)
- [What is pre-contracting on Algrano?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-pre-contracting-on-algrano)

## Logistics

- [I need a liftgate for my delivery. How can I request one?](https://help.algrano.com/do-i-need-a-liftgate-for-my-delivery-)
- [What is the difference between contracted delivery date and forecasted availability date?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-the-difference-between-contracted-delivery-date-and-forecasted-availability-date-1)
- [What is the pick up address of the warehouse from which I released my coffee?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-the-pick-up-address-of-the-warehouse-where-i-released-my-coffee-1)
- [When is my released coffee arriving?](https://help.algrano.com/when-is-my-released-coffee-arriving-1)
- [Can I get my coffee delivered in multiple releases?](https://help.algrano.com/can-i-get-my-coffee-delivered-in-multiple-releases)
- [How do I create a release?](https://help.algrano.com/how-do-i-create-a-release-1)
- [What is a release?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-a-release-1)
- [What does the term FOB refer to?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-fob)
- [Do you ship to Canada?](https://help.algrano.com/do-you-ship-to-canada)
- [What is the status of my shipment?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-the-status-of-my-shipment-1)
- [Which delivery warehouse do I select when creating an order?](https://help.algrano.com/which-delivery-warehouse-do-i-select-when-creating-an-order-1)
- [What is the difference between a shared shipment and a custom shipment?](https://help.algrano.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-shared-shipment-and-a-custom-shipment)
- [Can I get my logo branded on the coffee bags?](https://help.algrano.com/can-i-get-my-logo-branded-on-the-coffee-bags-1)

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## Quality

- [How does Algrano ensure the quality of specialty coffee?](https://help.algrano.com/how-do-you-ensure-the-quality-of-specialty-grade-coffee-1)
- [What should I do if my coffee has a quality or damage issue?](https://help.algrano.com/my-coffee-has-a-quality-issue-who-should-i-reach-out-to-1)

## Algrano Exchange Rate

- [How does Algrano calculate exchange rates?](https://help.algrano.com/can-i-get-my-logo-branded-on-the-coffee-bags)
- [How does Algrano set its rate?](https://help.algrano.com/how-algrano-sets-its-rate)
- [Does Algrano add a buffer to exchange rates?](https://help.algrano.com/do-we-add-a-small-buffer)
- [How competitive are Algrano’s exchange rates compared to standard banks?](https://help.algrano.com/how-do-we-compare-with-credit-cards)
- [How does Algrano’s foreign exchange policy benefit my business?](https://help.algrano.com/why-does-this-matter)
- [What currency payment options does Algrano offer?](https://help.algrano.com/what-are-your-payment-options)

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- [Producers: How to Sell on Algrano](https://help.algrano.com/producers-how-to-sell-on-algrano#main-content)

    - [Supply Chain Services](https://help.algrano.com/producers-how-to-sell-on-algrano#supply-chain-services)
    - [Inbound Logistics](https://help.algrano.com/producers-how-to-sell-on-algrano#inbound-logistics)
    - [Direct Trade](https://help.algrano.com/producers-how-to-sell-on-algrano#direct-trade)
    - [Samples](https://help.algrano.com/producers-how-to-sell-on-algrano#samples)
    - [Price](https://help.algrano.com/producers-how-to-sell-on-algrano#price)
    - [Prepayments on future shipments (Grower Capital)](https://help.algrano.com/producers-how-to-sell-on-algrano#prepayments-on-future-shipments-grower-capital)
    - [Coffees and Offers](https://help.algrano.com/producers-how-to-sell-on-algrano#coffees-and-offers)
- [Roasters: How to Buy on Algrano](https://help.algrano.com/roasters-how-to-buy-on-algrano#main-content)

    - [Supply Chain Services](https://help.algrano.com/roasters-how-to-buy-on-algrano#supply-chain-services)
    - [Direct Sourcing](https://help.algrano.com/roasters-how-to-buy-on-algrano#direct-sourcing)
    - [Samples](https://help.algrano.com/roasters-how-to-buy-on-algrano#samples)
    - [Pricing & Financing](https://help.algrano.com/roasters-how-to-buy-on-algrano#pricing-financing)
    - [Contracts](https://help.algrano.com/roasters-how-to-buy-on-algrano#contracts)
    - [Logistics](https://help.algrano.com/roasters-how-to-buy-on-algrano#logistics)
    - [Quality](https://help.algrano.com/roasters-how-to-buy-on-algrano#quality)
    - [Algrano Exchange Rate](https://help.algrano.com/roasters-how-to-buy-on-algrano#algrano-exchange-rate)
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