Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates middlemen, allowing buyers of green coffee to directly work with coffee farmers. This ensures high-quality coffee beans as well as a sustainable income for farmers.
The global market for coffee is a volatile one and farmers struggle to earn enough money. Fair trade provides stability for farmers through the Fairtrade Minimum Price and an additional price incentive for organically grown beans.
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, and a cinnamon-like finish. This fair trade coffee is produced by a company that is environmentally conscious and sustainable.
Coffee production in Peru is mostly dominated by small farms that cover just a few hectares or less, and farmers typically form cooperatives to share the costs of equipment and access to markets for their produce. A growing number of farmers are choosing to grow organically to increase the quality of their coffee and to reduce the use of pesticides.
The farm from which this coffee is sourced, Cenfrocafe, is located in the provinces of Jaen and San Ignacio in north western Peru near the border with Ecuador. The coop is composed of 2400 farmers who cultivate coffee on small plots that range from 1300 to 2000 meters (4300 to 6500 ft) at the highest elevations of the region. The farmers take great care in ensuring that their harvest is harvested when it is needed so that they get the most value from the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee is fully cleaned, and then dried in the sun to give it a unique deep, rich flavor. The high altitude of the farms in this region produce a complex coffee that has a medium body, mild acidity and a smooth 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 harvested and processed by women, which gives them the chance to use the additional funds generated from the sale of their product to further their own and their families' well-being. In addition, a part of every dollar spent on this coffee is donated to the women who produced the product. This allows them to expand their business, provide education and healthcare to their children and support their families. This is an amazing coffee that was cultivated using methods handed through generations.
Peru Arabica
Peru is a country with lots of premium coffee. The sluggish air and high altitudes of Peru make it the ideal location to cultivate coffee. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee accounting for 2% of global production. It is also one of the top producers of organic and Fair Trade coffee.
Originally originally from Ethiopia, the coffee plant was introduced to Peru by the Spanish in the 16th century. The country has been a major player in the international coffee trade since. It is among the five major producers of Arabica.
Small farming families have formed cooperatives across the country. This has allowed them to benefit from fair trade prices and sell their beans directly. Small farms are also encouraged to use eco-friendly methods to reduce the environmental impact of their coffee production.
Volcafe's cluster program has helped stabilize the supply chain for roasters, while providing a detailed traceability from the field to FOB contract. This lets roasters see the full picture of their purchases and make informed choices on a daily basis. This method is a key element in the success of Volcafe's partnership with farmers in Peru.
In the past, coffee was promoted as a substitute for coca plants by many farmers. The government is always looking for ways to replace illicit crops with coffee, which can increase profits for the coffee industry. While the move is positive, it can be an issue for the local population too.
In the end it is essential to provide farmers with enough financial assistance to ensure their livelihoods and ensure their family's health and welfare are not at risk. In addition it is crucial to encourage the development of innovative products that increase productivity and improve the quality of coffee.
The fair trade Peru HB MCM grade 1 is a speciality coffee that is grown in the northern region of Cajamarca. This single-origin, medium roasted coffee is a classic example of the region's unique flavour profile. It is scented with citrus, with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, as well as a silky medium body.
Colombian
The emerald country of Colombia is home to stunning rainforests, massive mountains, and exquisite coffee. The country produces more washed arabica beans than any other country in the world and is adept in brewing a variety of delicious, sought-after coffees that are often unique. Colombian coffees have a smooth but full-bodied flavor as well as an incredibly acidic taste. They are also famous for their sweetness and pleasantly acidic taste.
Colombian coffee is grown traditionally between 1,200 and 2,000 metres above the sea level. Here, the top Colombian coffee beans are harvested and grown. In general, the top quality Colombian coffees are referred to as Supremo. 1kg arabica coffee beans refers to the size of the coffee (screen sizes 17 and 18).
After harvesting, the cherries need to be carefully selected by hand to ensure only healthy and fully ripe coffee beans are allowed to continue the process. At this stage the ripe cherries are separated from the beans, which are then dried and washed in the sun. The coffee beans that have been washed are then graded and sorted by quality control teams based on size, colour, and density. This ensures that only uniform high-quality, high-quality coffee is able to make it onto the shelves of all supermarkets worldwide.
Farmers and workers also get the Fairtrade Premium that is an additional amount of money added on top of the purchase price. This permits them to invest in community or business projects of their choice. Fair Trade supports small-scale farmers to form cooperatives and small producer organizations which allows them to gain access to larger markets.
This premium is invested directly into the communities in which coffee is grown. It contributes to a more sustainable development model and also helps to protect the environment. It also ensures safe working conditions, controlled work hours and freedom of association as well as no tolerance for child labor and slavery. The money that is paid to farmers helps them to secure their families and invest in their future. They also have the opportunity to preserve their traditional ways of life and produce coffee that is delicious and true to its roots.
Indonesian
With its equatorial climate and the soaring mountains, Indonesia is one of the biggest coffee producers in the world. The diverse growing conditions and traditional wet hulling methods create distinctive flavour notes that make Indonesian beans extremely desirable for blends and single origin coffees alike. These rich, heavy-bodied coffees have long, spicy finish and a smooth texture that complements darker roasts.
The women led Ketiara co-op in the Gayo Highlands in Sumatra is known for its strong earthy body with flavorful undertones of cedar and cocoa. The coffee is certified organic and fair trade, and supports a sustainable future for the farmers and their community. The Ketiara co-op also helps in the conservation of the surrounding Leuser National Park by using shade-grown agriculture as a way to protect the ecosystem.
In a region renowned for its volcanic soil it's no surprise that the soil is perfect for growing coffee. This natural resource is abundant, however, is threatened by foreign coffee growers who have taken over the industry. Many local farmers aren't capable of competing with the prices of these giant corporations and have been pushed off their land.
In the absence of direct trade, on average $0.15 of every $3 cup of coffee is paid to the farmer. Fair trade is important because the system has to be altered. Through the establishment of direct trade relationships, farmers can create income security, which will prevent massive fluctuations in demand from season to season.
Our natural organic Sulawesi fair trade beans are carefully selected from farmers who adhere to the principles of traditional Hindu farming system known as "Sabuk Abian." The farms are located in the Kintamani highland region in between the Batukaru and Agung volcanoes. They supply the fields with fresh volcanic ash, which keeps the soil fertile. The organic and Fair Trade coffee is creamy, full-bodied and spicy with a long finish. This is a dark roast that is delicious by itself or as a part of an incredibly rich blend.