Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates the middlemen by allowing buyers of green coffee to directly work with farmers. This guarantees high-quality coffee beans and a sustainable income for farmers.
Farmers struggle to make enough money in the volatile global coffee market. Fair trade can provide stability to farmers through the Fairtrade Minimum Price plus an additional price incentive for organically grown coffee.
Peru Organic
This Peru Organic is a full flavored coffee that has an appealing sweetness and a soft acidity. It is a bit orange-y and cocoa, with a cinnamon-finish. This fair trade certified coffee is procured from a responsible and environmentally conscious producer.
The production of coffee in Peru is mostly dominated by small farms that cover less than a couple of hectares less, and farmers usually form cooperatives to share the costs of equipment and gain access to markets for their product. In addition, there are a growing number of farmers who have decided to grow organically in order to increase the quality of their crops and to reduce the use of pesticides on their farms.
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 consists of 2400 farmers who grow coffee on small plots ranging from 1300 to 2000 m (4300 to 6500 ft) at the highest elevations in the region. The farmers are meticulous in ensuring that the harvest is picked at the right moment, in order to get the most out of the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee has been thoroughly cleaned, and then dried in the sun to create a unique, deep taste. The high altitude of this region results in a rich medium-bodied, medium-bodied coffee with a moderate citric acidity.
The women of Peru who grow this coffee are part of a movement called Cafe Femenino that is changing the role of women in rural coffee communities. The coffee is cultivated and processed, as well as traded by women, providing them with the opportunity to use the additional funds generated from the sale of their product to improve their own and their families' wellbeing. A portion of every dollar spent on coffee is also given to the women who grow it. This helps them expand their businesses, provide health and education for their children, and provide for their families. This is a truly remarkable coffee, which has been cultivated 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 the ideal place to grow coffee. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee in the world with 22% of the market share. It is also a major producer of organic and Fair Trade Coffee.
Originally originated in Ethiopia The crop was introduced to Peru by the Spanish in the 16th century. The country has been a major participant in the world's coffee industry since. It is among the five biggest producers of Arabica.
Small farming families have formed cooperatives in the country. This has allowed them to access fair trade prices and to market their beans directly. Small farms are also encouraged to employ sustainable methods that reduce the environmental impact of 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. 1kg of coffee beans allows roasters to see the full picture of their purchases and make informed choices every day. This approach has been key to the success of Volcafe's collaboration with Peruvian farmers.
In the past, many farmers have been urged to plant coffee as a replacement for coca crops. The government is constantly searching for ways to replace illegal crops with coffee, which can increase profits for the coffee industry. While the change is positive, it can be a challenge to the local population too.
It is therefore important to provide adequate financial support to farmers to maintain their livelihoods, and to ensure that the well-being and wellbeing of their families is not compromised. In addition, it is essential to encourage the development of new products that increase productivity and improve the quality of coffee.
Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 is a special coffee grown in Cajamarca the northern region of. This medium-roasted, single-origin coffee is a prime example of the distinctive flavor profile of this region. It is scented with citrus with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, as well as a silky medium body.
Colombian
The emerald nation of Colombia is home to breathtaking rainforests, massive mountains and sublime coffee. The country produces more arabica beans washed than any other country in the world and is proficient in the production of a wide range of delicious, sought-after coffees that are usually unique. Colombian coffees are known for their mellow yet rich and full-bodied taste and their refreshingly acidic flavor that is always balanced with a hint of sweetness that is never overpowering or overwhelming.
Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been produced at elevations ranging from 1,200 and 2,000 meters above sea level. Here, the top Colombian coffee beans are grown and harvested. The finest quality Colombian beans are usually called Supremo. This refers to the size of the bean (screen sizes 17 and 18).
After harvest, the cherries are carefully selected by hand, ensuring only fully ripe and healthy beans make it through the rest of the process. At this point the ripe fruit is separated from the beans, which are then dried and washed in the sun. The washed beans are then sorted and graded by quality control teams in accordance with their dimensions and density, colour, and size. ensuring only high-quality consistent coffee is able to make it into the shelves of supermarkets around the world.
Farmers and workers also receive an Fairtrade Premium, which is an extra amount in addition to the purchase price. They can then invest it in their own business or community projects. Fair Trade helps small-scale farmers form small producer groups and cooperatives to gain access to larger markets.
This premium is invested in the communities that cultivate coffee. It contributes to sustainable development models, and also protects the environment. It also ensures safe working conditions, controlled working hours and freedom of association and also zero tolerance for child labor and slavery. The money paid by the farmers helps them secure their families and invest in their future. They also have the opportunity to maintain their cultural traditions and produce coffee that is delicious and true to its origins.
Indonesian
With its equatorial climate as well as soaring mountains, Indonesia is one of the world's biggest coffee producers. The diverse growing conditions and traditional wet hulling methods produce distinctive flavours that make Indonesian beans highly sought-after for single origin coffees and blends alike. These robust, rich coffees have a long spicy finish with a smooth texture. They work well with darker roasts.
The women led Ketiara co-op in the Gayo Highlands in Sumatra is famous for its earthy and powerful body with delicious undertones of cocoa and cedar. The coffee is organic and fair trade certified, and helps to ensure a sustainable future for farmers and their communities. The Ketiara co-op also helps in the preservation of the surrounding Leuser National Park by using shade-grown agriculture as a means of protecting the ecosystem.
It's no surprise that in a region famous for its volcanic soil, the fertile ground is perfect for growing coffee. However, this natural resource is threatened by the growing number of coffee growers from abroad that have dominated the coffee industry. Many local farmers have been forced to leave their farms because they are not able to compete with the prices of these big corporations.
The absence of direct trade opportunities means that for each $3 cup of coffee, only $0.15 goes to the farmer on average. Fair trade is essential because the system has to be changed. By establishing direct trading relations farmers can increase their income security and prevent radical changes in market demand from one season to the next.
Our organic, natural Sulawesi fair trade beans are carefully selected from farmers who follow the principles of traditional Hindu agriculture referred to as "Sabuk Abian." The farms are situated in the Kintamani highland region between the Batukaru and Agung volcanoes, which provide the fields with fresh volcanic ash that keeps the soil fertile. This organic and fair trade coffee is creamy and full bodied with a long spicy finish. This is a dark roast that is delicious by itself or as a component of a rich blend.