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Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg

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

The market for coffee is volatile and farmers struggle to make enough money. Fair trade provides stability for farmers through the Fairtrade Minimum Price, as well as an additional price incentive for organically grown beans.

Peru Organic

This Peru Organic is a full flavored coffee that has pleasant sweetness and a soft acidity. It is a bit orange and cocoa with an underlying cinnamon flavor. This fair trade coffee is procured by a producer that is sustainable and environmentally conscious.

In Peru coffee is grown primarily by small farms with a few hectares of land or less. Farmers usually form cooperatives to share equipment costs and gain access to markets. In addition, there are a growing number of farmers who have decided to grow organically to enhance the quality of their crops and reduce the use of pesticides on their land.

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 cultivate their coffee on small plots between 1300 and 2000 meters, 4300-6500 feet, at the highest elevations of the region. The farmers are meticulous in ensuring that the harvest is picked at the right moment to get the most out of the beans.

Our Peru organic coffee is completely washed and dried in the sun which gives it a deep, unique taste. The high altitude of this area produces a complex medium-bodied coffee that has mild citric acidity.

The women of Peru who cultivate this coffee are part of a group called Cafe Femenino that is changing the role of women in the coffee communities. Women are the only ones to cultivate, process and market the coffee, which allows them to make use of the funds they receive from the sale of the product to improve their own and their families' health and 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, offer education and healthcare for their children and support their families. This is truly an amazing coffee, which has been cultivated since the year 1700 by using methods that have been handed through word of mouth for generations.

Peru Arabica

Peru has a wealth of premium coffee. Its thin air and soaring altitudes provide the perfect environment for producing the crop. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee in the world with an average of 2%. It is also a leading producer of organic and Fair Trade Coffee.

Originating originated in Ethiopia, the coffee plant was introduced to Peru by the Spanish after the 16th century. Peru has been a major participant in the international coffee industry since. 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 market their beans directly. Small farms are also encouraged to use sustainable methods that reduce the environmental impact of their coffee production.

Volcafe's cluster program has helped to improve the supply chains of roasters, while providing detailed tracability from field to FOB contract. This lets roasters see the complete picture of their purchases and make informed choices on a daily basis. This method has been crucial to the success of Volcafe’s work with Peruvian farmers.

In the past, coffee was favored as a substitute for coca plants by a lot of farmers. The government is constantly searching for ways to replace illegal crops with coffee, which will boost profits for the coffee industry. This is a positive step, but it could also pose an issue for the local population.

It is therefore crucial to provide sufficient financial assistance to farmers in order to maintain their livelihoods, and to ensure that the well-being and wellbeing of their families are not affected. Additionally it is vital to encourage the development of innovative products that increase productivity and enhance the quality of coffee.

Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 is a specialty coffee grown in Cajamarca the northern region of. This medium-roasted, single-origin coffee is a prime example for the unique flavour of the region. It has an aroma of citrus, with hints reminiscent of nutmeg and cinnamon and a silky medium body.

Colombian

The emerald nation of Colombia is home to breathtaking rainforests, massive mountains, and exquisite coffee. The country produces more washed Arabica beans than 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 known for their smooth, yet rich and full-bodied taste, as well as their refreshingly acidic flavor that is always balanced with a hint of sweetness that never tastes cloying or overpowering.

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 grows its most optimal. The highest quality Colombian beans are generally referred to as Supremo. This refers to the bean size (screen sizes 17 or 18).





After harvesting, the coffee cherries must be carefully selected by hand to ensure that only fresh and fully ripe beans are allowed to continue the process. At this point the ripe fruit is separated from the beans, which are cleaned and dried in the sun. The coffee beans that have been washed are then sorted and graded by quality control teams in accordance with size, colour, and density. This ensures that only consistent quality coffees are able to reach supermarket shelves worldwide.

Farmers and workers also receive an Fairtrade Premium, which is an extra sum of money in addition to the sale price. They can then invest in their own businesses or community projects. Fair Trade helps small-scale farmers form small cooperatives and producer groups in order to gain access to larger markets.

The premium is reinvested in the communities that cultivate coffee. dark roast arabica coffee beans contributes to an environmentally sustainable development model and protects the environment. It also provides secure working conditions, legally-regulated working hours and freedom of association and also no tolerance for slavery and child labor. The money paid to the farmers enables them to safeguard their families and invest in their futures. It also allows them to preserve their traditional ways of life and produce coffee that is delicious and true to its roots.

Indonesian

With its equatorial climate and the soaring mountains, Indonesia is one of the largest coffee producers in the world. Indonesian beans are sought-after for blends and single origin coffees because of their distinctive flavours. These rich, heavy-bodied coffees have a long spicy finish with a smooth texture. They are a great match for darker roasts.

The women-led Ketiara co-op located in the Gayo Highlands in Sumatra is known for its strong earthy body with flavorful undertones of cedar and cocoa. The coffee is certified organic and fair trade and supports a sustainable future for the farmers and their communities. The Ketiara Co-op helps to preserve the biodiversity of Leuser National Park surrounding it by using shade-grown farming to protect the ecosystem.

In a region known for its volcanic soil it's no surprise that the fertile soil is perfect for growing coffee. This rich natural resource however, is under threat from foreign coffee farmers who have taken over the business. Many local farmers aren't in a position to compete with the prices of these large corporations and have been pushed off their land.

The absence of direct trade opportunities means that for every $3 cup of coffee, only $0.15 goes to the farmer on average. This system needs to be altered and that's why fair trade is so crucial. By establishing direct trade relationships farmers can generate income security and avoid radical changes in market demand from one season to the next.

Our organic, natural Sulawesi fair trade beans are handpicked from farmers who adhere to the principles of traditional Hindu farming system known as "Sabuk Abian." The farms are located in the Kintamani highland region, which lies between the Batukaru and Agung volcanoes, which supply the fields with fresh volcanic ash, which keeps the soil fertile. This fair trade and organic coffee is creamy and full bodied with a long spicy finish. This is a dark roast that is delicious by itself or as a part of an incredibly rich blend.