Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates middlemen, which allows buyers of green coffee to work directly with coffee farmers. This ensures that the coffee beans are of high quality and that farmers earn a sustainable income.
The global market for coffee is volatile, and farmers struggle to make enough money. Fair trade can provide stability to farmers through the Fairtrade Minimum Price and an additional price incentive for organically grown coffee.
Peru Organic
This Peru Organic coffee has a pleasant sweetness and a smooth acidity. It has hints orange and cocoa, with a cinnamon-finish. This fair trade coffee was sourced by a producer who is sustainable and environmentally conscious.
In Peru, coffee is produced predominantly by small farms with only a few hectares or less. Farmers typically join cooperatives to share costs for equipment and gain access to markets. A increasing number of farmers have chosen to grow organically to increase the quality of their coffee and to reduce 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 comprised of 2400 farmers who plant coffee on small plots of land ranging from 1300 to 2000 meters (4300 to 6500 feet) at the highest elevations in the region. The farmers are meticulous in ensuring that the harvest is harvested when it is needed so that they maximize the value of the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee is fully washed and sun dried which gives it a rich, distinctive flavor. The high altitude of the farms in this region produces a complex coffee with a medium body, mild citric acidity, and a refined 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 grown and processed by women, providing them with the opportunity to utilize the additional funds generated from the sale of their product to further their own and their families' health and well-being. A portion of each dollar spent on the coffee is also donated to the women who grow it. This allows them to expand their business, provide healthcare and education to their children and help support their families. This is truly an amazing coffee that has been cultivated since the year 1700 using methods that have been handed down by word of mouth for generations.
Peru Arabica
Peru is a country with plenty of top-quality coffee. The thin air and the high altitudes provide the perfect environment for producing the crop. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee, accounting for 2% of global production. It is also a major producer of organic and Fair Trade Coffee.
The Spanish introduced Ethiopian coffee to Peru after the 16th Century. Since since then Peru has become an important player in the world market for coffee. It is among the five largest producers of Arabica.
The country is home to small farming families that have mostly joined together to form cooperatives. They 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 programme helped stabilize the supply chains of roasters, while providing detailed tracability 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 is a major factor in the success of Volcafe's work with farmers in Peru.
In the past, a lot of farmers have been encouraged to grow coffee to replace coca crops. The government is still looking for ways to replace these illicit crop with coffee that will bring in more profits for the coffee industry. While the move is positive but it could be an obstacle for the local population too.
It is therefore important to provide sufficient financial aid to farmers to ensure their livelihoods and to ensure that their well-being and health of their families is not at risk. In addition it is crucial to encourage the development of innovative products that can boost productivity and improve the quality of coffee.
Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 is a premium coffee that is grown in Cajamarca, a northern region. This medium-roasted, single-origin coffee is a prime example for the unique flavour of the region. 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 land of Colombia is a place of breathtaking rainforests, gigantic mountains, and a superb coffee. The country produces more washed Arabica beans than other country in the world. 1 kg coffee beans is also able to produce a variety of delicious, sought-after and unique coffees. Colombian coffees are known for their smooth, yet rich and full-bodied taste and their pleasantly acidic flavor, which is always perfectly balanced with the slightest hint of sweetness that isn't overpowering or overpowering.
Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been produced at elevations ranging from 1,200 - 2,200 meters above sea level. This is where the top quality Colombian beans are harvested and where the coffee grows its most optimal. The finest quality Colombian beans are typically referred to as Supremo. This refers to the size of the bean (screen sizes 17 and 18).
After harvest, the cherries are carefully picked by hand, ensuring only fully ripe and healthy beans are able to make it through the remainder of the process. The ripe fruit, which is separated from the beans at this stage is then washed under the sun and dried. The coffee beans that have been washed are then graded and sorted by quality control teams according to size as well as colour and density. This ensures 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 the 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 producers that allow them access to larger markets.
This premium is invested directly into the communities where coffee is grown. It contributes to sustainable development models, and helps protect the environment. It also provides safe working conditions, regulated hours of work and freedom of association, as well as zero tolerance for slavery and child labor. The money given to farmers helps them protect their families and invest in their futures. They also have the opportunity to keep their traditions alive and produce coffee that is delicious and true to its origins.
Indonesian
Indonesia is a major producer of coffee in the world, thanks to its climate that is equatorial. Indonesian beans are highly sought after for blends and single origin coffees because of their distinct flavours. These robust, rich coffees have a long, spicy finish with a smooth texture. They are a great match for darker roasts.
Ketiara is a co-op run by women in the Gayo Highlands of Sumatra, is famous for its earthy body and the flavors of cocoa and cedar. The coffee is fair trade and organic certified, and helps to create a sustainable future farmers and their communities. The Ketiara co-op also contributes to the conservation of the area around Leuser National Park by using shade grown farming to help protect the ecosystem.
In a region known for its volcanic soil it's no surprise that the soil is ideal for the cultivation of coffee. However, this natural resource is threatened by the influx of foreign coffee growers who have taken over the industry. Many local farmers have been forced to leave their farms because they are not able to compete against these large corporations' prices.
The absence of direct trade opportunities means that for every $3 cup of coffee there is only $0.15 goes to the farmer on average. Fair trade is essential because the system has to be altered. Through the establishment of direct trade relations, farmers can achieve income security, which will prevent drastic changes in market demand from season to season.
Our organic Sulawesi fair-trade beans are carefully sourced 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 fair trade and organic coffee is rich and creamy bodied with a long spicy finish. This dark roast is delicious by itself or as part of a rich blend.