Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates the middlemen by allowing green coffee buyers to work directly with farmers. This ensures top-quality coffee beans as well as a sustainable income for farmers.
Farmers struggle to make enough money on the volatile international coffee market. Fair trade gives farmers stability through the Fairtrade minimum price, and an additional incentive for organically-grown coffee.
Peru Organic
This Peru Organic is a full flavor coffee with an appealing sweetness and a soft acidity. It has hints of orange and cocoa with an underlying cinnamon flavor. This fair trade coffee is produced by a company that is sustainable and environmentally conscious.
Coffee production in Peru is mostly dominated by small farms that cover just a few hectares or less. Farmers typically form cooperatives to share the cost of equipment and access to markets for their produce. In addition, there are a growing number of farmers who have opted to grow organically to increase the quality of their crops and avoid the use of pesticides on their property.
The farm from which this coffee comes, Cenfrocafe, is located in the provinces of Jaen and San Ignacio in north western Peru near the border with Ecuador. buy 1kg coffee beans is comprised of 2400 farmers who are members of the coop who grow their coffee on small plots between 1300 to 2000 meters, 4300 to 6500 feet, at the highest elevations of the region. Farmers take very careful care to ensure that the harvest is picked just at the right time so as to get the best out of the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee is fully washed and dried in the sun, which helps to produce an intense, distinctive taste. The high altitude in this region results in a complex, medium-bodied coffee with mild acidity from citric.
The women of Peru who cultivate this coffee are part of a movement known as Cafe Femenino that is changing the role of women in the coffee communities. The coffee is harvested and processed, as well as traded by women, providing them with the chance to use the additional funds generated from the sale of their product to improve their own and their families' wellbeing. A portion of every dollar spent on the coffee is also donated to the women who grew it. This enables them to expand their business, provide education and healthcare to their children, and support their families. This is truly a remarkable coffee, which has been cultivated since the year 1700 by using methods that have been handed through the word of mouth over generations.
Peru Arabica
Peru is a nation that has plenty of top-quality coffee. Its thin air and high altitudes provide the perfect setting for the cultivation of the crop. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee accounting for 2% of the world's production. It is also among the top producers of organic and Fair Trade coffee.
Originally originated in Ethiopia The crop was introduced to Peru by the Spanish after the 16th century. Since the time Peru has been a major player in the world market for coffee. It is now among the top five producers of Arabica.
The country is home to small farm families who have joined together to form cooperatives. They are now able to access fair trade prices and sell their beans directly. Small farms are also encouraged to use ecological methods that help reduce the environmental impact of their coffee production.
Volcafe's cluster program has helped stabilize the supply chain for roasters while providing detailed traceability from field to FOB contract. This gives roasters the opportunity to make informed decisions and track their entire purchase history. This approach has been key to the success of Volcafe's work with Peruvian farmers.
In the past, coffee was promoted as a substitute for coca by many farmers. The government is constantly searching for ways to replace illicit crops with coffee, which can increase profits for the coffee industry. The move is positive but it could also pose an issue for the local population.
As a result it is crucial to provide farmers with sufficient financial assistance to ensure their livelihoods and ensure that their family's health and wellbeing are not affected. It is also important to encourage the development of innovative products that can boost productivity and improve the quality of coffee.
The fair trade Peru HB MCM grade 1 is a speciality coffee that is grown in the northern region of Cajamarca. This single-origin, medium-roasted coffee is a classic example for the unique flavour of the region. It has a tangy scent with hints of cinnamon and Nutmeg. It also has a medium body, with smooth, silky texture.
Colombian
The emerald lands of Colombia is a place with stunning rainforests, massive mountains and sublime coffee. The country produces more washed Arabica beans than any other country in the world. It also has the ability to produce a wide range of delicious, sought-after and unique coffees. Colombian coffees are mellow yet full-bodied taste and pleasant acidic flavor. They are also renowned for their sweetness and acidic taste.
Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been produced at elevations ranging from 1,200 - 2,200 meters above sea level. This is where the highest quality Colombian beans are harvested and where the coffee ripens to its most optimal. The highest quality Colombian beans are typically referred to as Supremo. This refers to the size of the beans (screen sizes 17 and 18).
After harvest, the cherries are carefully picked by hand, making sure only ripe and healthy beans make it to the remainder of the process. The fruit that is ripe, separated from the beans at this point and then washed in the sun and dried. The washed beans are then sorted and graded by quality control teams, according to their size, colour and density, ensuring only high-quality, consistent coffee makes it onto supermarket shelves across the world.
Farmers and workers receive an Fairtrade premium. This is a lump sum added to the price of the sale. They can then invest in their own businesses or community projects. Fair Trade helps small-scale farmers organize themselves into small cooperatives and producer groups in order to gain access to larger markets.
This premium is invested directly into the communities where coffee is grown. It aids in creating sustainable development models, and protects the environment. It also provides safe working conditions, controlled working hours and freedom of association, and also zero tolerance for slavery and child labor. The money that is paid to farmers helps them protect their families and invest in their futures. They also have the opportunity to keep their traditions alive and create coffee that is delicious and true to its roots.
Indonesian
With its equatorial climate and the soaring mountains, Indonesia is one of the world's biggest coffee producers. The diverse growing conditions and traditional wet hulling processing techniques create distinct flavour notes that make Indonesian beans extremely desirable for blends and single origins alike. These rich heavy-bodied, heavy-bodied coffees come with a long spicy finish and a smooth, silky texture that is perfect for darker roasts.
The women-led Ketiara co-op of the Gayo Highlands in Sumatra is known for its strong earthy body, with a flavorful undertone of cocoa and cedar. The coffee is certified organic and fair trade, and helps ensure a sustainable future for the farmers and their communities. The Ketiara Co-op supports the conservation of Leuser National Park surrounding it through shade-grown farming to preserve the ecosystem.
It's not surprising that in a region known for its volcanic soil the fertile soil is ideal for coffee cultivation. However, this rich natural resource is being threatened by the increasing number of foreign coffee farmers that have dominated the industry. Many local farmers are forced to leave their farms because they are unable to compete with the prices of these giant corporations.
In the absence of direct trade, on average $0.15 of each $3 cup of coffee goes to the farmer. This system must be changed and this is why fair trade is vital. By establishing direct trade relationships, farmers can create income security and avoid massive fluctuations in market demand from one season to the next.
Our organic Sulawesi fair-trade beans are hand-picked by farmers who adhere to the principles of traditional Hindu farming, commonly referred to as "Sabuk Abian." These farms are located in the Kintamani region, which lies between the Batukaru volcano and Agung volcanic cones which provide the fields with fresh volcanic dust which keeps the soil fertile. This Fair Trade and organic coffee is smooth, full-bodied and spicy with a long-lasting finish. This dark roast can be enjoyed as is or as part of a rich mixture.