I have read on various posts that some are purchasing green beans to roast because it is cheaper than purchasing the roasted beans. I am limited on where I can purchase green beans in my area but the retailer's cost for green beans for me is the same as the roasted beans (By weight). Since there is a loss in weight when roasting, it seems to me that the cost of the green beans has therefore increased. I'm not complaining too much because I really enjoy roasting my own beans. Just curious if there are retailers selling green beans at a lower cost.