Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates middlemen, allowing consumers of green coffee to directly work with coffee farmers. This ensures high-quality coffee beans and a long-term income for farmers.
Farmers struggle to earn enough money in the volatile world coffee market. Fair trade gives farmers stability through the Fairtrade minimum price plus an additional incentive for organically grown coffee.
Peru Organic
This Peru Organic coffee has a pleasing sweetness with a soft acidity. It is a bit orange-y and cocoa, and a cinnamon-like finish. This fair trade certified coffee is sourced from a responsible and environmentally conscious producer.
The production of coffee in Peru is dominated by small farms of a couple of hectares or less, and farmers typically band together into cooperatives to share the costs of equipment and gain access to markets for their produce. A increasing number of farmers have chosen to grow organically in order to increase the quality of their coffee and to avoid pesticides.
The farm that this coffee comes from, Cenfrocafe, is located in the provinces of Jaen and San Ignacio in north western Peru close to the border with Ecuador. The coop is comprised of 2400 farmers who are members of the coop who grow their coffee on small plots of land between 1300 to 2000 meters, 4300 to 6500 feet, at the highest elevations in the region. The farmers take great care in ensuring that their harvest is harvested at the right moment so that they get the most value from the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee has been fully cleaned and dried in the sun to give it a unique deep, rich taste. The high altitude in this region produces a full-bodied medium-bodied, medium-bodied coffee with a mild acidity from citric.
The women of Peru who grow this coffee are part of a movement known as Cafe Femenino that is changing the role of women in rural coffee communities. The coffee is grown and processed by women, giving them the opportunity to use the additional money generated by the sale of their product to enhance their own and their families' well-being. A portion of every dollar spent on the coffee is also donated to the women who grow it. This enables them to expand their businesses, offer education and healthcare to their children, and support their families. This is a truly remarkable coffee that was cultivated using methods handed down from generation to generation.
Peru Arabica
Peru is a nation that has a lot of high-quality coffee. The air is thin and the high altitudes of Peru make it a perfect location to cultivate coffee. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee accounting for 2% of world production. It is also a leading producer of organic and Fair Trade Coffee.
Originally from Ethiopia, the coffee plant was introduced to Peru by the Spanish after the 16th century. Since the time Peru has become a major player on the international coffee market. It is now among the top five producers of Arabica.
Small farming families have formed cooperatives throughout the country. This has allowed them to access fair trade prices and to market their beans directly. Small farms are also encouraged to adopt ecological methods that help reduce the environmental impact of their coffee production.
Volcafe's cluster program has helped stabilize the supply chain for roasters by providing a detailed traceability from the field to FOB contract. our source allows roasters to see the complete picture of their purchases and make informed decisions on a daily basis. This approach is a major factor in the success of Volcafe's collaboration with farmers in Peru.
In the past, a lot of farmers have been urged to plant coffee to replace coca plants. The government is still looking for ways to replace these illegal crop with coffee that will bring in more profits for the coffee industry. While the move is positive however, it could pose a challenge to the local population too.
It is therefore important to provide sufficient financial aid to farmers to maintain their livelihoods, and to ensure that the health and welfare of their families are not at risk. It is also essential to encourage the development of innovative products that increase productivity and enhance the quality of coffee.
Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 is a premium coffee that is grown in Cajamarca the northern region of. This medium-roasted, single-origin coffee is a classic example of the distinctive flavor profile of this region. It has an aroma of citrus, with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon as well as a silky medium body.
Colombian
The emerald nation of Colombia is home to breathtaking rainforests, massive mountains, and a superb coffee. The country produces more washed arabica beans than any other in the world and is proficient in brewing a variety of truly delicious, sought-after and delicious coffees that are often distinctive. Colombian coffees have a smooth yet full-bodied taste and pleasantly acidic taste. They are also famous for their sweetness and acidic taste.
Colombian coffee is typically grown between 1,200 and 2,000 meters above the sea level. This is where the highest quality Colombian beans are harvested and where the coffee is at its finest. The finest quality Colombian beans are typically referred to as Supremo. This refers to the size of the coffee (screen sizes 17 and 18).
After the harvesting process, the coffee cherries need to be carefully selected by hand to ensure only healthy and fully ripe beans are allowed to continue the process. At this point the ripe cherries are separated from the beans, which are washed and dried in the sun. The beans that have been washed are classified and sorted by quality control teams based on their dimensions, colour and density, ensuring that only high-quality consistent coffee is able to make it into the shelves of supermarkets around the globe.
Farmers and workers also get the Fairtrade Premium that is an additional sum of money on top of the purchase price. They can then invest it in their own community or business projects. Fair Trade supports small-scale farmers to organize themselves into cooperatives and small producers which allows them to gain access to larger markets.
This money is reinvested directly into the communities where coffee is grown. It aids in creating sustainable development models, and protects the environment. It also ensures that working conditions are safe, work hours are controlled, and there is freedom of association. It also has zero tolerance for child labour and slavery. The money that is paid to farmers helps them safeguard their families and invest in their future. It also allows them to maintain their cultural traditions and produce coffee that is both delicious and true to its roots.
Indonesian
Indonesia is one of the largest coffee producers around the world, due to its equatorial climate. Indonesian beans are highly sought-after for blends and single origin coffees due to their distinct flavours. These robust, heavy-bodied coffees have long, spicy finishes and a 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 delicious undertones of cocoa and cedar. The coffee is fair trade and organic certified, and helps to create a sustainable future for farmers and their communities. The Ketiara co-op also helps in the conservation of the area around Leuser National Park by using shade grown farming as a way to protect the ecosystem.
It's no surprise that in a region famous for its volcanic soil the fertile ground is perfect for the cultivation of coffee. This abundant natural resource, however, is threatened by foreign coffee producers who have taken over the coffee industry. Many local farmers aren't capable of competing with the costs of these large corporations and have been pushed to leave their farms.
In the absence of direct trade, on average $0.15 of each $3 cup of coffee goes to the farmer. Fair trade is crucial because this system must be altered. Through direct trade relations farmers can generate income security and avoid drastic changes in the market demand from one season to the next.
Our organic Sulawesi fair-trade coffees are carefully selected by farmers who adhere to the traditional principles of Hindu farming, commonly referred to as "Sabuk Abian." These farms are located in the Kintamani region between the Batukaru volcano and Agung volcanic cones which provide the fields with fresh volcanic dust that helps keep the soil fertile. The organic and Fair Trade coffee is smooth, full-bodied and spicy with a long lasting finish. This dark roast is delicious as is or as part of a rich mixture.