Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates the middlemen, allowing consumers of green coffee to work directly with coffee farmers. This ensures that the coffee beans are of high-quality and that farmers receive an income that is sustainable.
Farmers struggle to earn enough money on the volatile global 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 coffee has a pleasant sweetness and a smooth acidity. It has hints of cocoa and orange, with the cinnamon note. This fair trade certified coffee has been made from a sustainable and eco conscious producer.
In Peru coffee is produced primarily by small farms with a few hectares of land or less. Farmers typically form cooperatives to share costs for equipment and gain access to markets. A increasing number of farmers are choosing organic farming to enhance the quality of their produce and avoid pesticides.
Cenfrocafe is a farm in the provinces of Jaen and San Ignacio, in northwestern Peru close to the border with Ecuador. The coop is made up of 2400 members who grow their coffee on small plots of land between 1300 to 2000 meters, 4300 to 6500 feet, at the highest elevations of the region. Farmers take very careful care to ensure that the harvest is picked at the right time, so as to get the best out of the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee is fully washed and sun dried which results in a rich, distinctive flavor. The high altitude of the farms in this region produces a complex coffee with moderate body, mild acidity and a smooth finish.
Women in Peru grow this coffee as part of a broader movement known as Cafe Femenino, which is changing the role of women in rural coffee communities. The coffee is grown and processed, as well as traded by women, providing them with the opportunity to use the extra funds derived from the sale of their product to further the family's and their own well-being. In Coffeee , a portion of the money spent on this coffee goes back to the women who produced the coffee. This helps them expand their business, provide education and healthcare to their children, as well as support their families. This is a truly remarkable coffee that was cultivated using methods handed through generations.
Peru Arabica
Peru is home to a bounty of premium 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.
The Spanish introduced Ethiopian coffee to Peru after the 16th Century. The country has been a major participant in the international coffee trade since. It is now among the top five producers of Arabica.
Small farming families have formed cooperatives in the country. This has enabled them to benefit from fair trade prices and market 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 to stabilize the supply chain for roasters by allowing for a complete traceability from field to FOB contract. This lets roasters see the full picture of their purchases and make informed decisions on a daily basis. This strategy has been essential to the success of Volcafe’s collaboration with Peruvian farmers.
In the past, many farmers have been encouraged to grow coffee as a replacement for coca plants. The government is constantly looking for ways to replace illegal crops with coffee, which will increase profits for the coffee industry. While the change is positive but it could be an obstacle for the local population, too.
It is therefore essential to provide adequate financial assistance to farmers in order to maintain their livelihoods, and to ensure that their health and welfare of their families are not at risk. It is also essential to encourage the development innovative products that can boost 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 single-origin medium-roasted coffee is a perfect example of the region's unique flavor profile. It has a tangy aroma, with hints of cinnamon and the spice of nutmeg. It also has a medium body with smooth texture.
Colombian
The emerald lands of Colombia is a land with stunning rainforests, massive mountains, and a superb coffee. The country produces more washed arabica beans than any other country in the world and is adept in the production of a wide range of delicious, sought-after coffees that are often highly unique. Colombian coffees have a mellow yet full-bodied taste and pleasantly acidic taste. They are also known for their sweetness and pleasantly acidic taste.
Colombian coffee is grown traditionally between 1,200 and 2,000 meters above sea level. Here, the top Colombian coffee beans are grown and harvested. The highest quality Colombian beans are typically referred to as Supremo. This refers to the size of the bean (screen sizes 17 or 18).
After the harvest, the coffee cherries are carefully selected by hand, making sure that only fully ripe and healthy beans make it through the remainder of the process. At this point the ripe fruit is separated from the beans, and then dried and washed in the sun. The washed coffee beans are then graded and sorted by quality control teams in accordance with size color, density, and size. This assures that only consistent high-quality, high-quality coffee is able to make it onto the shelves of all supermarkets worldwide.
Farmers and workers also receive an Fairtrade Premium that is an additional amount of money added in addition to the sale 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 producer organizations which allows them to gain access to larger markets.
This premium is invested directly into the communities where coffee is grown. It is a part of a sustainable development model and helps to protect 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 labor and slavery. The money given to farmers enables them to safeguard their families and invest in their futures. It also allows them to keep their traditions alive and produce coffee that is both delicious and true to its roots.
Indonesian
With its equatorial climate as well as soaring mountains, Indonesia is one of the biggest coffee producers in the world. The diverse growing conditions and traditional wet hulling processing methods produce distinctive flavours that make Indonesian beans extremely desirable for blends and single origin coffees alike. These heavy-bodied, rich coffees have a long spicy finish and a silky texture. They complement 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 cocoa and cedar. The coffee is certified organic and fair trade, and supports a sustainable future for the farmers and their communities. The Ketiara Co-op is committed to the protection of Leuser National Park surrounding it through shade-grown farming to safeguard the ecosystem.
It's not surprising that in a region renowned for its volcanic soil, the fertile ground is ideal for growing coffee. However, this abundant natural resource is threatened by the influx of foreign coffee growers that have dominated the coffee industry. Many local farmers have been forced to abandon their farms due to being not able to compete with these large corporations' prices.
The absence of direct trade opportunities means that for each $3 cup of coffee the coffee is worth only $0.15 goes to the farmer on average. Fair trade is crucial since this system needs to be changed. Through direct trade relationships, farmers can create income security, which will prevent the drastic fluctuations in demand from season to season.
Our organic Sulawesi fair-trade beans are carefully sourced 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 which keeps the soil fertile. This organic and fair trade coffee is creamy and full bodied with a long spicy finish. This dark roast is delicious in its own right or as part of a rich blend.