Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates the middlemen by allowing buyers of green coffee to work directly with farmers. This guarantees high-quality coffee beans and a long-term 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, as well as an additional price incentive for organically grown beans.
Peru Organic
This Peru Organic coffee has a pleasing sweetness with a soft acidity. It has hints of cocoa and orange, with an underlying cinnamon flavor. This fair trade coffee is procured by a producer that is sustainable and environmentally conscious.
The production of coffee in Peru is mostly dominated by small farms that cover just a few hectares or less. Farmers typically join together in cooperatives to share the cost of equipment and access to markets for their products. Additionally, there is a growing number of farmers who have opted to grow organically to increase the quality of their crops and to reduce the use of pesticides on their farms.
Cenfrocafe is a farm in the provinces Jaen and San Ignacio, in northwestern Peru close to the border with Ecuador. The coop is comprised of 2400 farmers who grow coffee on small plots ranging from 1300 to 2000 meters (4300 to 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 to get the most value from the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee is washed and sun dried which results in a rich, distinctive flavor. The high altitude of farms in this region produces a complex coffee with 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. Women are the only ones who grow, process and trade the coffee, allowing them to make use of the funds they receive from the sale of the product to improve their own and their families' wellbeing. A portion of each dollar spent on the coffee is also given to the women who grew it. This enables them to expand their businesses, provide education and healthcare to their children, as well as support their families. This is truly a remarkable coffee that has been grown since the year 1700 by using methods that have been passed down by word of mouth for many generations.
Peru Arabica
Peru is a country that produces plenty of top-quality coffee. The thin air and the high altitudes create a perfect setting for the cultivation of the crop. 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.
The Spanish introduced the Ethiopian coffee to Peru in the 16th century. Peru has been a major player in the coffee industry since. It is among the five largest 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 eco-friendly methods to lessen the environmental impact on 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 ability to make informed decisions and track their entire purchase history. This approach has been key to the success of Volcafe's collaboration with Peruvian farmers.
In the past, numerous farmers were encouraged to cultivate coffee as a substitute for coca crops. The government is still looking for ways to replace these illicit crops with coffee that can yield higher profits for the coffee industry. While the move is positive but it could be an issue for the local population as well.
Therefore kimbo extra cream coffee beans 1kg is essential to provide farmers with sufficient financial aid to sustain their livelihoods, and to ensure that their family's health and wellbeing are not compromised. Additionally it is crucial to encourage the development of innovative products that boost productivity and enhance the quality of coffee.
The fair trade Peru HB MCM grade 1 is a premium coffee that is grown in the northern region of Cajamarca. This single-origin, medium roasted coffee is a perfect illustration of the region's distinctive flavor profile. It has a refreshing citrus aroma, with hints of cinnamon and the spice of nutmeg. It also has a medium body with a smooth texture.
Colombian
The emerald nation of Colombia is home to breathtaking rainforests, massive mountains, and a superb coffee. The country produces more washed arabica beans than any other country in the world and is adept in producing a wide variety of delicious, sought-after coffees that are often highly unique. Colombian coffees have a mellow yet full-bodied taste and an incredibly acidic taste. They are also famous for their sweetness and acidic taste.
Colombian coffee is traditionally grown between 1,200 and 2,000 meters above sea level. Here, the top Colombian coffee beans are cultivated and harvested. Generally speaking, the best quality Colombian coffees are called Supremo. This refers to the size of the beans (screen sizes 17 and 18).
After harvesting, the coffee cherries must be carefully picked by hand to ensure only fresh and fully ripe beans are allowed to continue the process. The fruit that is ripe, separated from the beans at this stage is then washed under the sun and dried. The washed beans are classified and sorted by quality control teams, based on their dimensions and density, as well as colour. ensuring that only high-quality, consistent coffee makes it into the shelves of supermarkets around the world.
Farmers and workers are paid a Fairtrade premium, which is a portion of the money added to the sale price. This enables them to invest in community or business projects that they choose. Fair Trade supports small-scale farmers to form small producer organizations and cooperatives that allow them access to larger markets.
This premium is invested directly into the communities in which coffee is grown. It is a part of a sustainable development model, and also helps to protect the environment. It also guarantees safe working conditions, controlled work hours and freedom of association, and also no tolerance for child labor and slavery. The money paid to the farmers allows them to protect their families and invest in their futures. It allows them to preserve their cultural traditions, and produce coffee that is delicious and authentic.
Indonesian
With its equatorial climate as well as soaring mountains, Indonesia is one of the world's biggest coffee producers. Indonesian beans are highly sought after for blends and single origin coffees due to their distinctive flavors. These rich heavy-bodied coffees have a long spicy finish and a smooth texture that is perfect for 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 cocoa and cedar. The coffee is certified organic and fair trade, and is a sustainable option for the farmers and their communities. The Ketiara co-op also contributes to the preservation of the surrounding Leuser National Park by using shade grown farming as a means of protecting the ecosystem.
It's no surprise that in a region renowned for its volcanic soil the fertile ground is perfect for coffee cultivation. However, this abundant natural resource is under threat due to the increasing number of foreign coffee farmers that have come to dominate the industry. Many local farmers aren't capable of competing with the prices of these big corporations and have been pushed off their land.
In the absence of direct trade, on average $0.15 of every $3 cup of coffee goes to the farmer. Fair trade is essential because the system has to be altered. Through direct trade relationships, farmers can establish income security that will eliminate the drastic fluctuations in demand from season to season.
Our organic Sulawesi fair-trade beans are hand-picked by farmers who follow the principles of traditional Hindu farming, commonly referred to as "Sabuk Abian." These farms are located in the Kintamani region between the Batukaru volcano and Agung volcanic cones that provide the fields with fresh volcanic dust which keeps the soil fertile. The organic and Fair Trade coffee is creamy, full-bodied and spicy with a long lasting finish. This dark roast can be enjoyed in its own right or as part of a rich blend.