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Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg

Fair trade coffee cuts out the middlemen by allowing buyers of green coffee to directly work with farmers. This ensures that the coffee beans are of high quality and that farmers receive an income that is sustainable.

The market for coffee is a volatile one and farmers struggle to earn enough money. Fair trade provides stability for farmers by offering the Fairtrade Minimum Price, as well as an additional price incentive for organically grown coffee.

Peru Organic

This Peru Organic is a full flavoured coffee that has a pleasing sweetness and a soft acidity. It has hints orange and cocoa, with a cinnamon-finish. This fair trade coffee was procured by a producer that is sustainable and environmentally conscious.

In Peru coffee is grown predominantly by small farms with only a few hectares or less. Farmers typically form cooperatives to share costs of equipment and gain access to markets. In addition, there are many farmers who have decided to grow organically to increase the quality of their crops and 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 farmers who grow coffee on small plots that range from 1300 to 2000 m (4300 to 6500 ft) at the highest elevations of the region. The farmers are meticulous in ensuring that their harvest is picked when it is needed, in order to get the most out of the beans.

Our Peru organic coffee is washed and sun dried which results in a rich, distinctive flavor. The high altitude of this area produces a complex, medium-bodied coffee with mild citric acidity.

Women in Peru grow this coffee as part of a broader movement known as Cafe Femenino, which is changing the role women play in rural coffee communities. The coffee is cultivated, processed and traded exclusively by women, providing them with the opportunity to use the additional money generated by the sale of their product to enhance their own and their families' well-being. A portion of every dollar spent on the coffee is also given to the women who grow it. This allows them to expand their business, offer education and healthcare to their children and help support their families. This is an exceptional coffee that has been grown using techniques passed through generations.

Peru Arabica

Peru is a nation that has a lot of high-quality coffee. Its thin air and high altitudes make it an ideal location for growing the crop. The country is the ninth-largest producer of coffee in the world with a share of 2%. It is also a leading producer of organic and Fair Trade Coffee.

The Spanish introduced the Ethiopian coffee to Peru after the 16th Century. The country has been a major player in the international coffee trade since. It is one of the five biggest producers of Arabica.

The country is home to small farming families that have largely formed cooperatives. They are now able to access fair trade prices, and can sell their beans directly. Small farms are also aided by the use of ecological 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 gives roasters the ability to make informed choices and see their entire purchase history. This method has been a key factor in the success of Volcafe's work with farmers in Peru.

In the past, many farmers were encouraged to cultivate coffee as a replacement for coca plants. The government is always looking for ways to replace illicit crops with coffee, which will boost profits for the coffee industry. While the move is positive but it could be a challenge to the local population as well.

Therefore, it is important to provide farmers with sufficient financial aid to sustain their livelihoods, and to ensure that their family's health and wellbeing are not affected. In addition it is vital to encourage the development of new products that increase productivity and improve 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 classic example for the unique flavour profile of this region. It has a tangy aroma, with hints of cinnamon and Nutmeg. It also has a medium body and smooth texture.

Colombian

The emerald country of Colombia is home to stunning forests, huge mountains, and exquisite coffee. The country produces more arabica beans washed than any other in the world and is proficient in producing a wide variety of truly delicious, sought-after coffees that are usually unique. Colombian coffees have a smooth yet full-bodied taste and pleasantly acidic taste. They are also known for their sweetness and pleasantly acidic taste.

Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been produced at elevations ranging from 1,200 - 2,200 meters above sea level. This is where the best quality Colombian beans are harvested and where the coffee ripens to its best. The highest quality Colombian beans are usually called Supremo. This refers to the size of the beans (screen sizes 17 and 18).

After harvest, the cherries are carefully selected by hand, making sure that only fully ripe and healthy beans make it to the remainder of the process. The ripe fruit, which is separated from the beans at this point, is then washed in the sun and dried. The washed beans are classified and sorted by quality control teams based on their size and density, colour, and size. making sure that only the highest-quality consistent coffee gets through to supermarket shelves around the globe.

Farmers and workers also get the Fairtrade Premium which is an additional amount on top of the purchase price. They can then invest in their own business or community projects. Fair Trade supports small-scale farmers to form cooperatives and small producers, enabling them to access larger markets.

This premium is invested 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.  coffee beans 1kg  ensures that working conditions are safe, working hours are regulated and there is freedom of association. There is also zero tolerance for child labor and slavery. The money given to farmers enables them to safeguard their families and invest in their futures. It also allows them to preserve their traditional ways of life and produce coffee that is delicious and true to its origins.

Indonesian

Indonesia is a major coffee producer in the world, thanks to its climate that is equatorial. Indonesian beans are 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 silky texture. They complement darker roasts.

The women led Ketiara co-op of the Gayo Highlands in Sumatra is known for its strong earthy body, with a flavorful undertone of cocoa and cedar. The coffee is organic and fair trade certified, and helps to create a sustainable future farmers and their communities. The Ketiara Co-op helps to preserve the biodiversity of Leuser National Park surrounding it through shade-grown farming to preserve the ecosystem.

In a region renowned for its volcanic soil, it should come as no surprise that the fertile soil is ideal for coffee cultivation. This natural resource is abundant, however, is threatened by foreign coffee producers who have taken over the industry. Many local farmers have been forced to abandon their land because they are not able to compete with the prices of these giant corporations.

In the absence of direct trade, in the average $0.15 of every $3 cup of coffee goes to the farmer. This system must be changed, and that's why fair trade is so crucial. By establishing direct trading relationships, farmers can establish income security that will eliminate massive fluctuations in demand from season to season.

Our organic Sulawesi fair-trade coffees are carefully selected by farmers who follow the principles of traditional Hindu farming, commonly referred to 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 helps keep the soil fertile. This organic and fair trade coffee is rich and creamy bodied with a long spicy finish. This is a dark roast that is delicious on its own or as part of a rich blend.