Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates middlemen, allowing buyers 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.
The market for coffee is volatile, and farmers struggle to make enough money. 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 flavoured coffee that has an appealing sweetness and a soft acidity. It has hints of orange and cocoa, and a cinnamon-like finish. This fair trade certified coffee is made from a sustainable and environmentally conscious producer.
In Peru coffee is produced predominantly by small farms with a few hectares of land or less. Farmers generally join cooperatives to share costs for equipment and gain access to markets. A increasing number of farmers have decided to grow organically to increase the quality of their coffee and to 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 close to the border with Ecuador. The coop is comprised of 2400 farmers who are members of the coop who cultivate their coffee on small plots of land between 1300 to 2000 meters, and 4300-6500 feet, at the highest elevations of the region. Farmers take very careful care to ensure that the harvest is picked just at the right time so as to maximize the value of the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee is completely washed and dried in the sun which results in a rich, distinctive flavor. The high altitude of the farms in this region produce a complex coffee with moderate body, mild acidity and a smooth finish.
The women of Peru who grow 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 who cultivate, process and sell the coffee, which allows them to utilize the additional funds they receive from the sale of the product to improve their family's well-being. Additionally, a percentage of every dollar spent on this coffee is donated back to the women who grew it the coffee. This allows them to expand their business, provide education and healthcare to their children, and support their families. This is an amazing coffee that has been grown using techniques passed down from generation to generation.
Peru Arabica
Peru is a country that produces a lot of high-quality coffee. The thin air and high altitudes of Peru make it the ideal place to grow coffee. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee accounting for 2% of the world's production. It is also one of the top producers of organic and Fair Trade coffee.
Originating originated in Ethiopia, the coffee plant was introduced to Peru by the Spanish in the 16th century. Peru has been a major participant in the world's coffee industry since. It is now among the top five producers of Arabica.
The country is home to small farming families who have joined together to form cooperatives. They are now able to access fair trade prices, and can sell their beans directly. Small farms are also aided by the use of ecological methods to minimize the environmental impact on their coffee production.
Volcafe's cluster program has helped to stabilize the supply chain for roasters, while providing a detailed traceability from the field to FOB contract. This allows roasters the ability to make informed decisions and track their entire purchase history. This approach has been key to the success of Volcafe’s work with Peruvian farmers.
In the past, coffee was favored as a replacement for coca by many farmers. The government is constantly searching for ways to replace illicit crops with coffee, which will boost profits for the coffee industry. This is a good thing, but it could also pose an obstacle for the local population.
As a result, it is important to provide farmers with enough financial assistance to ensure their livelihoods and ensure their family's health and welfare are not affected. Additionally, it is essential to encourage the development of new products that increase productivity and increase the quality of coffee.
Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 is a premium coffee that is grown in Cajamarca the northern region of. This single-origin, medium roasted coffee is a perfect representation of the region's unique flavour profile. It has an aroma of citrus, with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon as well as a silky medium body.
Colombian
The emerald-colored land of Colombia is a country of breathtaking rainforests, gigantic mountains and sublime coffee. The country produces more washed Arabica beans than any other country in the world. It is also able to provide a wide variety of delicious, sought-after and unique coffees. Colombian coffees have a smooth yet full-bodied taste and pleasantly acidic taste. They are also renowned for their sweetness and acidic taste.
Colombian coffee is typically grown between 1,200 and 2,000 metres above the sea level. This is where the top quality Colombian beans are harvested and where the coffee ripens to its most optimal. The highest quality Colombian beans are usually called Supremo. This refers to the bean size (screen sizes 17 or 18).
After harvesting, the cherries must be carefully selected by hand to ensure only fresh and fully ripe beans are allowed to continue the process. The ripe fruit, separated from the beans at this point, is then washed in the sun and dried. The beans that have been washed are sorted and graded by quality control teams in accordance with their dimensions, colour and density, making sure that only the highest-quality consistent coffee gets into the shelves of supermarkets around the globe.
Farmers and workers get the Fairtrade premium, which is a sum of money added to the purchase price. They can then invest it in their own business or community projects. Fair Trade helps small-scale farmers organize themselves into 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 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 paid by the 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 which is delicious and authentic.
Indonesian
Indonesia is a major coffee producer around the world, due to its climate that is equatorial. Indonesian beans are highly sought-after for blends as well as single origin coffees due to their distinctive flavours. These rich, heavy-bodied coffees have a lengthy, spicy finish and a silky texture. They complement darker roasts.
Ketiara, a women-led co-op in the Gayo Highlands of Sumatra, is well-known for its earthy body and flavors 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 also supports the conservation of the surrounding Leuser National Park by using shade-grown farming to help protect the ecosystem.
It's no surprise that in a region famous for its volcanic soil the fertile ground is ideal for coffee cultivation. This abundant natural resource, however, is under threat from foreign coffee growers who have taken over the industry. Many local farmers aren't capable of competing with the prices of these large 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 is paid to the farmer. Fair trade is important because this system must be altered. By establishing direct trading relationships, farmers can create income security, which will prevent massive fluctuations in demand from season to season.
1 kg of coffee beans -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 between the Batukaru volcano and Agung volcanic cones, which supply the fields with fresh volcanic dust that keeps the soil fertile. This organic and fair trade coffee is smooth and full bodied with a long spicy finish. This dark roast can be enjoyed in its own right or as part of a rich mixture.