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Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg

Fair trade coffee eliminates middlemen, allowing consumers of green coffee to directly work with coffee farmers. This assures that the beans are of high-quality and that farmers earn a sustainable income.

Farmers struggle to earn enough money in the volatile global 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 a cinnamon finish. This fair trade coffee was procured by a producer that is environmentally conscious and sustainable.

Coffee production in Peru is dominated by small farms of less than a couple of hectares less. Farmers typically band together into cooperatives to share the costs of equipment and access to markets for their produce. Additionally, there is increasing numbers of farmers who have opted to grow organically in order to enhance the quality of their crops and reduce the use of pesticides on their property.

Cenfrocafe is a farm in the provinces of Jaen and San Ignacio, in northwestern Peru close to the border of Ecuador. The coop is comprised of 2400 farmers who are members of the coop who grow their coffee on small plots between 1300 to 2000 meters, and 4300-6500 feet, at the highest altitudes in the region. Farmers take great care to ensure that the harvest is picked at the right time so as to maximize the value of the beans.

Our Peru organic coffee has been thoroughly cleaned and dried in the sun to create a unique, deep flavor. The high altitude in this area produces a full-bodied medium-bodied coffee that has mild acidity from citric.

Women in Peru cultivate this coffee as part of a broader movement known as Cafe Femenino, which is changing the role that women play in the coffee-growing communities of the rural areas. Women are the only ones to grow, process and trade the coffee, which allows them to use the extra funds they receive from the sale of the product to improve their family's and their own well-being. A portion of each dollar spent on coffee is also donated to the women who cultivate it. This allows them to expand their business, provide education and healthcare for their children and help support their families. This is an exceptional coffee that has been cultivated by using methods passed through generations.

Peru Arabica

Peru has a wealth of high-quality coffee. The thin air and the high altitudes create a perfect environment for producing the crop. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee, accounting for 2% of world production. It is also among the world's leading producers of organic and Fair Trade coffee.

The Spanish introduced the Ethiopian coffee to Peru after the 16th Century. Since the time, Peru has been a major player on 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 can sell their beans directly. Small farms are also aided by using eco-friendly methods to reduce the environmental impact on their coffee production.

Volcafe's cluster program has helped stabilize the supply chains for roasters, and also provides a complete traceability from field to FOB contracts. This gives roasters the opportunity to make informed decisions and view their entire purchase history. This strategy is a major factor in the success of Volcafe's partnership with farmers in Peru.

In the past, coffee was encouraged as a substitute for coca plants by many farmers. The government continues to seek ways to replace these illegal crops with coffee that will generate higher profits for the coffee industry. While the move is positive however, it could pose a challenge to the local population, too.

It is therefore essential to provide sufficient financial support to farmers to maintain their livelihoods, and to ensure that their health and welfare of their families are not affected. Additionally, it is essential to encourage the development of innovative products that can boost productivity and enhance the quality of coffee.

beans 1kg  is a special coffee grown in Cajamarca, a northern region. This single-origin, medium roasted coffee is a classic example of the region's unique flavor profile. It has a tangy scent with hints of cinnamon and the spice of nutmeg. It also has a medium body, with a smooth texture.

Colombian

The emerald country of Colombia is home to stunning rainforests, massive mountains and sublime coffee. The country produces more arabica beans washed than any other country in the world and is proficient in brewing a variety of delicious, sought-after and delicious coffees that are often highly distinctive. Colombian coffees are known for their mellow yet rich and full-bodied flavor and pleasantly acidic flavor, which is always perfectly balanced with the slightest hint of sweetness that is never overpowering or overwhelming.

Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been produced at elevations ranging from 1,200 - 2,200 meters above sea level. Here, the top Colombian coffee beans are harvested and grown. The best quality Colombian beans are typically referred to as Supremo. This refers to the bean size (screen sizes 17 or 18).

After the harvesting process, the coffee cherries need to be carefully selected by hand to ensure only fresh and fully ripe beans are allowed to continue the process. The fruit that is ripe, separated from the beans at this point, is then washed in the sun and dried. The beans that have been washed are separated and sorted by quality control teams based on their dimensions and density, as well as colour. ensuring only high-quality, consistent coffee makes it through to supermarket shelves around the world.

Farmers and workers are paid an Fairtrade premium. This is a portion of the money added to the sale price. They can then invest in their own community or business projects. Fair Trade helps small-scale farmers form small producer groups and cooperatives to gain access to larger markets.

The premium is reinvested in the communities that grow coffee. It helps create sustainable development models, and also protects the environment. It also ensures that working conditions are safe, hours of work are regulated and there is freedom of association. There is also no tolerance for child labour and slavery. The money earned by farmers helps them to secure their families and invest in their future. It also allows them to maintain their cultural traditions and produce coffee that is delicious and true to its origins.

Indonesian

With its equatorial climate and soaring mountains, Indonesia is one of the biggest coffee producers in the world. Indonesian beans are highly sought-after for blends and single origin coffees due to their distinctive flavours. These rich heavy-bodied coffees have a long spicy finish and a smooth, silky texture which is perfect with darker roasts.

Ketiara is a co-op run by women in the Gayo Highlands of Sumatra, is well-known for its earthy body and the flavors of cocoa and cedar. The coffee is organic and fair trade certified, and can help create a sustainable future for farmers and their communities. The Ketiara Co-op is committed to the protection of Leuser National Park surrounding it by using shade-grown farming to safeguard the ecosystem.

In a region that's famous for its volcanic soil, it should come as no surprise that the fertile ground is ideal for coffee cultivation. However, this natural resource is under threat due to the influx of foreign coffee growers that have dominated the market. Many local farmers aren't in a position to compete with the prices of these giant corporations and have been pushed off their land.

In the absence of direct trade, in the average $0.15 of each $3 cup of coffee goes to the farmer. This system needs to be changed, and that's why fair trade is so crucial. Through direct trade relations, farmers can create income security and avoid drastic changes in the market demand from one season to the next.

Our organic Sulawesi fair-trade beans are hand-picked by farmers who follow 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 that provide the fields with fresh volcanic dust which keeps the soil fertile. This fair trade and organic coffee is creamy and full body with a spicy finish. This dark roast can be enjoyed by itself or as part of a rich mixture.