Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg

Fair trade coffee eliminates middlemen, allowing consumers of green coffee to directly work with coffee farmers. This guarantees high-quality coffee beans and a sustainable income for farmers.

The global market for coffee is volatile, and farmers struggle to earn enough money. Fair trade can provide stability to farmers by offering the Fairtrade Minimum Price plus an additional price incentive for organically grown coffee.

Peru Organic

This Peru Organic coffee has a sweet taste with a pleasant acidity. It is a bit cocoa and orange with a cinnamon finish. This fair trade coffee is procured by a producer that is eco-friendly and sustainable.

Coffee production in Peru is mostly dominated by small farms that cover less than a couple of hectares less, and farmers typically band together into cooperatives to share the costs of equipment and gain access to markets for their produce. In addition, there are a growing number of farmers who have opted to grow organically to enhance the quality of their crops as well as reduce the use of pesticides on their land.

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 consists of 2400 coop member farmers who grow their coffee on small plots between 1300 and 2000 meters, 4300-6500 feet, at the highest elevations of the region. The farmers are meticulous in ensuring that the harvest is picked when it is needed so that they maximize the value of the beans.

Our Peru organic coffee has been thoroughly cleaned and dried in the sun to give it a unique deep, rich flavor. The high altitude of the farms in this area produces a complex coffee that has moderate body, mild citric acidity, and a refined finish.

The women of Peru who cultivate this coffee are part of a movement called Cafe Femenino that is changing the role of women in rural coffee communities. The coffee is harvested and processed, as well as traded by women, giving them the opportunity to use the extra funds derived from the sale of their product to further their own and their families' health and well-being. Additionally, a percentage of the money spent on this coffee is donated to the women who made the coffee. This allows them to expand their business, provide education and healthcare to their children and support their families. This is a truly remarkable coffee that has been grown since 1700 using techniques that have been handed through word of mouth for many generations.

Peru Arabica

Peru is a country with lots of Premium Medium Roast Arabica Coffee Beans - 1KG coffee. The air is thin and the 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 global production. It is also among the world's 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 been a major player on the world market for coffee. It is now among the top five producers of Arabica.

Small farming families have formed cooperatives throughout the country. They can now access fair trade prices and also sell their coffee directly. Small farms are also encouraged to use ecological methods that help reduce the environmental impact of their coffee production.

Volcafe's cluster program has helped stabilize the supply chain for roasters while providing detailed traceability from field to FOB contract. This gives roasters the opportunity to make informed choices 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 plants by many farmers. The government is always seeking ways to replace illegal 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 as well.

As a result it is essential to provide farmers with sufficient financial assistance to ensure their livelihoods, and to ensure that their family's health and wellbeing are not at risk. It is also important to encourage the development of innovative products that can increase productivity and improve the quality of the coffee.

Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 is a specialty coffee grown in Cajamarca the northern region of. This single-origin, medium-roasted coffee is a perfect illustration of the region's distinctive flavour profile. It has an aroma of citrus, with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon, and a silky medium body.

Colombian

The emerald lands of Colombia is a place of stunning rainforests, giant mountains, and a superb coffee. The country produces more arabica beans washed than any other country in the world and is adept in the production of a wide range of truly delicious, sought-after coffees that are often highly distinctive. Colombian coffees have a smooth, Premium Medium Roast Arabica Coffee Beans - 1KG yet full-bodied flavor and pleasantly acidic taste. They are also known for their sweetness and acidic taste.

Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been grown at elevations between 1,200 - 2200 meters above sea level. Here, the top Colombian coffee beans are cultivated and harvested. The best quality Colombian beans are usually called Supremo. This refers to the size of the beans (screen sizes 17 and 18).

After the harvesting process, the coffee cherries must be carefully picked by hand to ensure only healthy and fully ripe coffee beans are allowed to continue the process. The ripe fruit, separated from the beans at this stage and then washed in the sun and dried. The coffee beans that have been washed are then sorted and graded by quality control teams in accordance with size, colour, and density. This ensures that only consistent high-quality, high-quality coffee is able to make it onto the shelves of supermarkets across the world.

Farmers and workers are paid an Fairtrade premium. This is a lump sum added to the purchase price. They can then invest it in their own business or community projects. Fair Trade supports small-scale farmers to form cooperatives and small producer organizations that allow them access to larger markets.

This money is reinvested directly into the communities in which coffee is grown. It helps to create a more sustainable development model and also helps to protect the environment. It also ensures that working conditions are safe, hours of work are regulated, and there is freedom of association. There is also zero tolerance for child labour or slavery. The money given to farmers allows them to protect their families and invest in their futures. It also helps them keep their traditions alive and produce coffee that is both delicious and true to its roots.

Indonesian

With its equatorial climate and soaring mountains, Indonesia is one of the biggest coffee producers in the world. Its varying growing conditions and traditional wet hulling methods create distinctive flavour notes that make Indonesian beans extremely desirable for blends and single origins alike. These rich, heavy-bodied coffees have a lengthy, spicy finish with a smooth texture. They complement darker roasts.

Ketiara is a co-op run by women in the Gayo Highlands of Sumatra, is known for its earthy body and flavors of cedar and cocoa. The coffee is fair trade and organic certified, and can help ensure a sustainable future for farmers and their communities. The Ketiara co-op also contributes to the conservation of the surrounding Leuser National Park by using shade-grown agriculture as a means of protecting the ecosystem.

In a region renowned for its volcanic soil, it should come as no surprise that the fertile ground is ideal for coffee cultivation. However, this natural resource is under threat due to the increasing number of foreign coffee farmers that have dominated the market. Many local farmers aren't in a position to compete with the costs of these large corporations and have been pushed off their land.

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. This system needs to be altered and that's why fair trade is vital. By establishing direct trading relationships, farmers can establish income security that can eliminate massive fluctuations in demand from season to season.

Our organic Sulawesi fair-trade beans are carefully sourced by farmers who follow the traditional principles of Hindu farming, commonly referred to as "Sabuk Abian." These farms are located in the Kintamani region between the Batukaru volcano and Agung volcanic cones which provide the fields with fresh volcanic dust that helps keep the soil fertile. This organic and fair trade coffee is creamy and full and bodied, with a lingering spicy finish. This is a Pelican Rouge Dark Roast: Rich And Bold Coffee roast that is delicious by itself or as a part of a Rich and Creamy Kimbo Espresso Beans - 1kg blend.