Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates the middlemen, allowing consumers of green coffee to directly work with coffee farmers. This ensures high-quality coffee beans as well as a sustainable income for farmers.
Farmers struggle to make enough money from the volatile world coffee market. Fair trade provides stability to farmers 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 is a bit orange-y and cocoa, with a cinnamon-finish. This fair trade coffee is sourced by a producer who is sustainable and environmentally conscious.
Coffee production in Peru is heavily influenced by small farms of a couple of hectares or less, and farmers typically band together into cooperatives to share the costs of equipment and gain access to markets for their produce. Additionally, there is increasing numbers of farmers who have opted to grow organically to increase the quality of their crops as well as avoid 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 made up of 2400 farmers who are members of the coop who cultivate their coffee on small plots of land between 1300 to 2000 meters, and between 4300 and 6500 feet at the highest elevations in the region. The farmers take great care in ensuring that the harvest is picked when it is needed, in order to get the most out of the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee has been fully cleaned and dried in the sun to create a unique deep and rich taste. The high altitude of the farms in this region produce a complex coffee that has moderate 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 rural coffee communities. The coffee is grown and processed by women, giving them the opportunity to use the additional money generated by the sale of their product to improve their own and their family's health and well-being. A portion of every dollar spent on the coffee is also given to the women who cultivate it. This enables them to expand their businesses, offer health and education for their children, as well as support their families. This is a truly remarkable coffee that has been grown since the year 1700 using methods that have been passed down by word of mouth for many generations.
Peru Arabica
Peru has a wealth of high-quality coffee. The thin air and high altitudes of Peru make it a perfect place to grow coffee. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee in the world, with an average of 2%. It is also among the top producers of organic and Fair Trade coffee.
Originating originated in Ethiopia, the crop was introduced to Peru by the Spanish after the 16th century. Since since then Peru has become a major player in the global coffee market. It is now among the top five producers of Arabica.
The country is home to small farming families that have mostly formed cooperatives. They can now get fair trade prices and sell their beans directly. Small farms are also encouraged to use eco-friendly methods to lessen the environmental impact on their coffee production.
Volcafe's cluster programme helped to stabilize supply chains for roasters, and also provides a complete traceability from FOB contracts to field. This allows roasters to see the complete picture of their purchases and make informed choices every day. This method is a key element in the success of Volcafe's partnership with farmers in Peru.
In the past, coffee was favored as a substitute for coca plants by many farmers. The government is still looking for ways to replace these illegal crop with coffee that will generate higher profits for the coffee industry. While the change is positive however, it could pose an obstacle for the local population too.
It is therefore crucial to provide enough financial aid to farmers to maintain their livelihoods, and to ensure that the health and welfare of their families are not affected. In addition it is vital to encourage the development of innovative products that increase productivity and enhance the quality of coffee.
The fair trade Peru HB MCM grade 1 is a unique coffee that is grown in the northern region of Cajamarca. This single-origin medium-roasted coffee is a prime example of the region's unique flavor profile. It has an aroma of citrus, with hints reminiscent of nutmeg and cinnamon as well as a silky medium body.
Colombian
The emerald nation of Colombia is home to stunning rainforests, massive mountains, and exquisite coffee. buy 1kg coffee beans produces more washed Arabica beans than any other country in the world. It also has the ability to produce a wide range of delicious, sought-after and unique coffees. Colombian coffees are famous for their mellow yet rich and full-bodied taste, as well as their pleasantly acidic flavor, which is always balanced with the slightest hint of sweetness that isn't overpowering or overwhelming.
Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been produced at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 2200 meters above sea level. Here, the top Colombian coffee beans are harvested and grown. The highest quality Colombian beans are usually called Supremo. This refers to the bean size (screen sizes 17 or 18).
After the harvest, the coffee cherries are carefully selected by hand, making sure only healthy and fully ripe beans are able to make it through the rest of the process. The ripe fruit, separated from the beans at this stage, is then washed in the sun and dried. The coffee beans that have been washed are then sorted and graded by quality control teams based on size as well as colour and density. This ensures that only uniform, high-quality coffee reaches supermarket shelves worldwide.
Farmers and workers also receive the Fairtrade Premium which is an additional amount on top of the price of sale. They can then invest in their own community or business projects. Fair Trade supports small-scale farmers to form small producer organizations and cooperatives that allow them access to larger markets.
The money is directly poured into the communities in which coffee is grown. It helps create an environmentally sustainable development model and helps protect the environment. It also ensures that working conditions are safe, working hours are regulated and there is freedom of association. There is also no tolerance for child labour or slavery. The money paid to the farmers helps them protect their families and invest in their futures. It also allows them to preserve their traditional ways of life and create coffee that is delicious and true to its origins.
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 due to their distinctive flavours. These robust, heavy-bodied coffees have long, spicy finishes and a smooth, silky texture which is perfect with darker roasts.
Ketiara, a women-led co-op in the Gayo Highlands of Sumatra, is known for its earthy body and the flavors of cocoa and cedar. The coffee is organic and fair trade 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 through shade-grown farming to protect the ecosystem.
It's not surprising that in a region famous for its volcanic soil, the fertile soil is ideal for the cultivation of coffee. However, this abundant natural resource is being threatened by the influx of foreign coffee growers that have come to dominate the market. Many local farmers have been forced to abandon their farms because they are not able to compete against the prices of these big corporations.
In the absence of direct trade, on average, $0.15 of every $3 cup of coffee is paid to the farmer. This system needs to be changed, and that's why fair trade is so vital. Through direct trade relations, farmers can achieve income security that will eliminate drastic changes in market demand from season to season.
Our organic Sulawesi fair-trade beans are hand-picked by farmers who follow the traditional principles of Hindu agriculture, known as "Sabuk Abian." These farms are located in the Kintamani region, which lies between the Batukaru volcano and Agung volcanic cones that provide the fields with fresh volcanic dust that keeps the soil fertile. The organic and Fair Trade coffee is smooth, full-bodied and spicy with a long-lasting finish. This dark roast can be enjoyed as is or as part of a rich blend.