Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg

Fair trade coffee removes the middlemen, allowing buyers 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 a volatile one and farmers struggle to earn enough money. Fair trade gives farmers stability through the Fairtrade minimum price plus an additional incentive to grow organically grown coffee.

Peru Organic

This Peru Organic coffee has a pleasing sweetness with a soft acidity. It has hints of orange and cocoa with the cinnamon note. The fair trade coffee is sourced by a producer who is environmentally conscious and sustainable.

In Peru coffee is produced mostly by small farms that have only a few hectares or less. Farmers usually create cooperatives to share the costs for equipment and gain access to markets. A increasing number of farmers have chosen to grow organically in order to improve the quality and avoid the use of pesticides.

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. The coop is made up of 2400 members who cultivate their coffee on small plots of land between 1300 and 2000 meters, between 4300 and 6500 feet at the highest elevations of the region. The farmers take great care in ensuring that the harvest is harvested when it is needed, in order to get the most out of the beans.

Our Peru organic coffee has been thoroughly washed, then sun dried to create a unique deep, rich flavor. The high altitude of the farms in this area produces a complex coffee that has moderate body, mild acidity, and a refined finish.

The women of Peru who grow this coffee are part of a movement called Cafe Femenino that is changing the role of women in coffee-growing communities. Women are the only ones who cultivate, process and market the coffee, allowing them to make use of the funds they receive from the sale of the product to improve their own and their families' wellbeing. A portion of every dollar spent on the coffee is also given to the women who grow it. This allows them to expand their businesses, provide health and education for their children, as well as support their families. This is truly a remarkable coffee that has been cultivated since the year 1700 using methods that have been passed through the word of mouth over generations.

Peru Arabica

Peru is home to a bounty of high-quality coffee. The thin air and the high altitudes provide the perfect location for growing the crop. The country is the ninth-largest producer of coffee in the world, with a share of 2%. It is also a leading producer of organic and Fair Trade Coffee.

Originating from Ethiopia The crop was introduced to Peru by the Spanish after the 16th century. Since since then Peru has been a major player in the international coffee market. It is now one of the top five producers of Arabica.

The country is home to small farm families that have largely banded together into cooperatives. They can now access fair trade prices, and can sell their beans directly. Small farms are also encouraged to adopt eco-friendly methods to reduce the environmental impact of their coffee production.

Volcafe's cluster program has helped to stabilize supply chains of roasters, and also provides a complete traceability from FOB contracts to field. This gives roasters the ability to make informed choices and see their entire purchase history. This strategy has been essential 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 seeking ways to replace illegal crops with coffee, which will increase profits for the coffee industry. This is a positive step, but can also be an issue for the local population.

As a result it is essential to provide farmers with enough financial assistance to ensure their livelihoods and ensure that their family's health and welfare are not affected. Additionally it is crucial to encourage the development of new products that can boost productivity and enhance the quality of coffee.

The fair trade Peru HB MCM grade 1 kg coffee beans is a speciality coffee that is grown in the northern region of Cajamarca. This medium-roasted, single-origin coffee is a prime example of the distinctive flavor characteristic of this region. It is scented with citrus, with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon along with a smooth medium body.

Colombian

The emerald lands of Colombia is a land of stunning rainforests, giant mountains, and a superb coffee. The country produces more washed Arabica Beans 1Kg than any other country in the world. It is also able to produce a wide range of exquisite, sought-after and distinctive coffees. Colombian coffees have a mellow but full-bodied flavor as well as an incredibly acidic taste. They are also renowned for their sweetness and pleasantly acidic taste.

Colombian coffee is traditionally grown between 1,200 and 2,000 meters above sea level. This is where the Best coffee beans 1kg quality Colombian beans are harvested and where the coffee is at its finest. Generally, the highest quality Colombian coffees are known as Supremo. This refers to the size of the bean (screen sizes 17 and 18).

After harvesting, the cherries must be carefully picked by hand to ensure only fresh and fully ripe beans 1kg are allowed to continue the process. At this point the ripe cherries are separated from the beans, which are then washed and dried in the sun. The washed coffee beans are then sorted and graded by quality control teams according to size color, density, and size. This assures that only consistent quality coffees are able to reach the shelves of supermarkets across the world.

Farmers and workers receive the Fairtrade premium, which is a sum of money added to the price of the sale. They can then invest it 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 money is put into the communities that grow coffee. It contributes to a more sustainable development model and also helps to protect the environment. It also provides secure working conditions, legally-regulated hours of work 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. They also have the opportunity to maintain their cultural traditions and produce coffee that is delicious and true to its roots.

Indonesian

Indonesia is one of the largest coffee producers worldwide, due to its climate that is equatorial. Its varying growing conditions and traditional wet hulling processing techniques create distinct flavour notes that make Indonesian beans highly sought-after for single origin coffees and blends alike. These heavy-bodied, rich coffees have a long, spicy finish with a smooth texture. They work well with darker roasts.

The women led Ketiara co-op of the Gayo Highlands in Sumatra is famous for its earthy and powerful body with delicious undertones of cedar and cocoa. The coffee is certified organic and fair trade and supports a sustainable future for the farmers and their community. The Ketiara Co-op supports the conservation of Leuser National Park surrounding it by using shade-grown agriculture to protect the ecosystem.

It's no surprise that in a region famous for its volcanic soil, the fertile ground is ideal for the cultivation of coffee. This rich natural resource however, is under threat from foreign coffee farmers who have taken over the industry. Many local farmers are not in a position to compete with the prices of these big 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. This system needs to be changed and this is why fair trade is so important. Through direct trade relations farmers can generate income security and avoid massive fluctuations 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 between the Batukaru and Agung volcanoes. They supply the fields with fresh volcanic ash that keeps the soil fertile. The organic and Fair Trade coffee is creamy, full-bodied and spicy with a long lasting finish. This dark roast can be enjoyed in its own right or as part of a rich blend.