Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates the middlemen by allowing green coffee buyers to directly interact with farmers. This assures that the beans are of high-quality and that farmers earn a sustainable income.
Farmers struggle to make enough money in the volatile world 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 flavored coffee that has a pleasing sweetness and soft acidity. It is a bit cocoa and orange with the cinnamon note. This fair trade coffee is produced by a company that is eco-friendly and sustainable.
The production of coffee in Peru is heavily influenced by small farms of just a few hectares or less, and farmers usually band together into cooperatives to share the cost of equipment and access to markets for their products. In addition, there are many farmers who have opted to grow organically to improve the quality of their crops as well as reduce the use of pesticides on their property.
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 composed of 2400 farmers who grow coffee on small plots ranging between 1300 and 2000 meters (4300 to 6500 ft) at the highest elevations of the region. The farmers take great care in ensuring that the harvest is picked at the right moment, in order to maximize the value of the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee is cleaned and sun dried which gives it an intense, distinctive taste. The high altitude in this region results in a complex medium-bodied, medium-bodied coffee with a moderate 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. The coffee is grown and processed by women, which gives them the opportunity to use the additional funds generated from the sale of their product to further their own and their families' well-being. In addition, a portion of every dollar spent on this coffee goes back to the women who made the product. This enables them to expand their business, provide education and healthcare to their children, as well as support their families. This is an amazing coffee that has been cultivated using techniques passed through generations.
Peru Arabica
Peru is home to a bounty of premium coffee. Its thin air and high altitudes create a perfect location for growing the crop. The country is the ninth-largest producer of coffee in the world, with 22% of the market share. It is also among the world's top producers of organic and Fair Trade coffee.
Originally from Ethiopia, the crop was introduced to Peru by the Spanish in the 16th century. Peru has been a major player in the world's coffee trade ever since. It is one of the five largest producers of Arabica.
The country is home to small farming families that have largely joined together to form cooperatives. 1kg roasted coffee beans can now get fair trade prices, and sell their beans directly. Small farms are also encouraged to adopt sustainable methods that reduce the environmental impact of 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 contract. This gives roasters the opportunity to make informed decisions and track their entire purchase history. This method has been crucial to the success of Volcafe's work with Peruvian farmers.
In the past, numerous farmers were encouraged to cultivate coffee as a replacement for coca crops. The government continues to look for ways to replace these illicit crops with coffee that can generate higher profits for the coffee industry. The move is positive however it can be an issue for the local population.
It is therefore crucial to provide adequate financial aid to farmers to ensure their livelihoods and to ensure that the health and welfare of their families are not compromised. It is also important to encourage the creation of new products that increase productivity and improve the quality of the coffee.
The fair trade Peru HB MCM grade 1 is a speciality coffee that is grown in the northern region of Cajamarca. This single-origin medium-roasted coffee is a perfect illustration of the region's distinctive flavor profile. It has an aroma of citrus with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon, and a silky medium body.
Colombian
The emerald lands of Colombia is a country with stunning rainforests, massive mountains and exquisite coffee. The country produces more arabica beans washed than any other country in the world and is proficient in producing a wide variety of delicious, sought-after coffees that are usually unique. Colombian coffees are known for their rich, mellow and full-bodied flavor and refreshingly acidic flavor that is always perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness that is never overpowering or overpowering.
Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been grown at elevations of between 1,200 to 2,000 meters above sea level. This is where the top quality Colombian beans are harvested and where the coffee ripens to its best. The best quality Colombian beans are usually called Supremo. This refers to the size of the bean (screen sizes 17 and 18).
After harvesting, the coffee cherries must be carefully picked by hand to ensure 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 then washed and dried in the sun. The washed coffee beans are then sorted and graded by quality control teams according to 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 an Fairtrade Premium which is an additional amount on top of the sale price. This allows them to invest in business or community projects that they choose. Fair Trade supports small-scale farmers to organize themselves into cooperatives and small producer organizations which allows them to gain access to larger markets.
The premium is reinvested in the communities that grow coffee. coffee beans 1kg arabica helps create an environmentally sustainable development model and helps protect the environment. It also ensures that working conditions are safe, working hours are controlled, and there is freedom of association. There is also zero tolerance for child labor and slavery. The money earned by farmers helps them to secure their families and invest in their future. It also allows them to keep their traditions of their past and produce coffee that is both delicious and authentic.
Indonesian
With its equatorial climate and soaring mountains, Indonesia is one of the biggest coffee producers in the world. Indonesian beans are sought after for blends and single origin coffees because of their distinct flavours. These robust, heavy-bodied coffees have long spicy finish and a smooth, silky texture that complements darker roasts.
Ketiara is a women-led cooperative in the Gayo Highlands of Sumatra, is well-known for its earthy body and the flavors of cocoa and cedar. The coffee is fair trade and organic certified, and can help create a sustainable future farmers and their communities. The Ketiara Co-op is committed to the protection of Leuser National Park surrounding it by using shade-grown agriculture to protect the ecosystem.
It's no surprise that in a region known for its volcanic soil, the fertile ground is ideal for the cultivation of coffee. However, this abundant natural resource is being threatened by the influx of foreign coffee growers that have dominated the industry. Many local farmers have been forced to leave their farms due to being not able to compete with these large corporations' prices.
In the absence of direct trade, on average, $0.15 of each $3 cup of coffee is paid to the farmer. This system needs to be changed and this is why fair trade is important. By establishing direct trading relations, farmers can create income security and eliminate radical changes in market demand from one season to the next.
Our organic Sulawesi fair-trade coffees are carefully selected by farmers who adhere to the principles of traditional Hindu agriculture, known as "Sabuk Abian." These farms are located in the Kintamani region, which lies between the Batukaru volcano and Agung volcanic cones, which supply the fields with fresh volcanic dust that helps keep the soil fertile. This Fair Trade and organic coffee is smooth, full-bodied and spicy with a long-lasting finish. This dark roast is delicious by itself or as part of a rich mixture.