Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates the 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 world coffee market. Fair trade provides stability for farmers by offering the Fairtrade Minimum Price and an additional price incentive for organically grown coffee.
Peru Organic
This Peru Organic coffee has a sweet taste with a pleasant acidity. It has hints of cocoa and orange with an underlying cinnamon flavor. This fair trade coffee is procured by a producer that is sustainable and environmentally conscious.
The production of coffee in Peru is mostly dominated by small farms of just a few hectares or less, and farmers typically band together into cooperatives to share the costs of equipment and gain access to markets for their produce. In addition, there are many farmers who have opted to grow organically to increase the quality of their crops as well as reduce the use of pesticides on their land.
Cenfrocafe is a farm in the provinces Jaen and San Ignacio, in northwestern Peru, near the border with Ecuador. The coop is made up of 2400 members who grow their coffee on small plots ranging from 1300 and 2000 meters, 4300-6500 feet, at the highest elevations in the region. Farmers take very careful care to ensure that the harvest is picked just at the right time, to ensure that they get the most value from the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee is fully cleaned, and then dried in the sun to create a unique, deep flavor. The high altitude of the farms in this region produces an intense coffee with a medium body, mild citric acidity and an elegant finish.
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 coffee-growing communities. The coffee is harvested and processed by women, giving them the opportunity to utilize the extra funds derived from the sale of their product to further their own and their families' wellbeing. A portion of every dollar spent on the coffee is also donated to the women who grow it. This allows them to expand their business, offer education and healthcare for their children, and provide for their families. This is an amazing coffee that has been grown using methods handed down from generation to generation.
Peru Arabica
Peru is a country with plenty of top-quality 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 a share of 2%. It is also a major producer of organic and Fair Trade Coffee.
Originally originated in Ethiopia, the coffee plant was introduced to Peru by the Spanish in the 16th century. Since since then Peru has become a major player on the world market for coffee. It is now among the top five producers of Arabica.
Small farming families have formed cooperatives in the country. This has enabled them 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 chains for roasters while allowing for a detailed traceability from field to FOB contract. This lets roasters see the full picture of their purchases and make informed decisions every day. This method has been a key factor in the success of Volcafe's partnership with farmers in Peru.
In the past, many farmers have been encouraged to grow coffee as a replacement for coca crops. The government is constantly seeking ways to replace illicit crops with coffee, which will increase profits for the coffee industry. While the move is positive but it could be a challenge to the local population as well.
It is therefore essential to provide enough financial support to farmers to ensure their livelihoods and to ensure that the well-being and health of their families is not compromised. It is also essential to encourage the creation of new products that can boost productivity and improve the quality of coffee.
Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 is a premium coffee grown in Cajamarca, a northern region. This medium-roasted, single-origin coffee is a prime example of the distinctive flavor profile of this region. It has a scent of citrus, with hints reminiscent of nutmeg and cinnamon, as well as a silky medium body.
Colombian
The emerald country of Colombia is home to breathtaking rainforests, massive mountains, and exquisite coffee. The country produces more arabica beans washed than any other in the world and is adept in the production of a wide range of truly delicious, sought-after coffees that are often highly distinctive. Colombian coffees are renowned for their smooth, yet rich and full-bodied taste and their refreshingly acidic flavor that is always perfectly balanced and has a hint of sweetness that never tastes cloying or overpowering.
Colombian coffee is typically grown between 1,200 and 2,000 metres above sea level. Here, the best Colombian coffee beans are grown and harvested. The finest 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 only healthy and fully ripe coffee beans are allowed to continue the process. coffee 1kg , which is separated from the beans at this point, is then washed in the sun and dried. The coffee beans that have been washed are then graded and sorted by quality control teams based on size as well as colour and density. This ensures that only consistent, high-quality coffee reaches the shelves of all supermarkets worldwide.
Farmers and workers also get a Fairtrade Premium, which is an extra amount in addition to the price of sale. This permits them to invest in community or business projects that they choose. Fair Trade supports small-scale farmers to organize themselves into cooperatives and small producer organizations, enabling them to access larger markets.
The money is directly poured into the communities in which coffee is grown. It contributes to a more sustainable development model and also helps to protect the environment. It also guarantees safe working conditions, controlled hours of work and freedom of association, and also no tolerance for slavery and child labor. The money paid to the farmers helps them protect their families and invest in their futures. It allows them to keep their traditions of their past and produce coffee that is both delicious and authentic.
Indonesian
Indonesia is a major coffee producer worldwide, due to its equatorial climate. Indonesian beans are highly sought-after for blends and single origin coffees because of their distinctive flavours. These heavy-bodied, rich coffees have a long spicy finish and a silky texture. They are a great match 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 can help create a sustainable future for farmers and their communities. The Ketiara co-op also supports the preservation of the surrounding Leuser National Park by using shade-grown agriculture as a means of protecting the ecosystem.
In a region renowned for its volcanic soil, it should come as no surprise that the fertile ground is perfect for growing coffee. However, this natural resource is threatened by 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 large corporations and have been forced to leave their farms.
The absence of direct trade opportunities means that for every $3 cup of coffee the coffee is worth only $0.15 goes to the farmer on average. Fair trade is essential because the system has to be altered. Through direct trade relations farmers can increase their income security and avoid drastic changes in the market demand from one season to the next.
Our organic and natural Sulawesi fair trade beans are carefully selected from farmers who follow the principles of the traditional Hindu agriculture referred to as "Sabuk Abian." The farms are situated in the Kintamani highland region in between the Batukaru and Agung volcanoes. They supply the fields with fresh volcanic ash, which keeps the soil fertile. This fair trade and organic coffee is creamy and full body with a spicy finish. This dark roast is delicious by itself or as part of a rich mixture.