Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee removes the middlemen, which allows buyers of green coffee to work directly with coffee farmers. This ensures top-quality coffee beans and a sustainable income for farmers.
Farmers struggle to earn enough money on the volatile international coffee market. Fair trade offers farmers stability through the Fairtrade minimum price plus an additional incentive to grow organically grown coffee.
Peru Organic
This Peru Organic coffee has a pleasing sweetness with a soft acidity. It is a bit orange-y and cocoa, and a cinnamon-like finish. The fair trade coffee is sourced by a producer who is sustainable and environmentally conscious.
The production of coffee in Peru is mostly dominated by small farms of less than a couple of hectares less, and farmers typically join together in cooperatives to share the cost of equipment and access to markets for their products. A increasing number of farmers have decided organic farming to improve the quality and avoid pesticides.
The farm that this coffee comes from, Cenfrocafe, is located in the provinces of Jaen and San Ignacio in north western Peru close to the border with Ecuador. The coop is composed of 2400 farmers who cultivate coffee on small plots that range between 1300 and 2000 meters (4300 to 6500 ft) at the highest elevations in the region. Farmers take extra care to ensure the harvest is picked at the right time to ensure that they maximize the value of the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee has been thoroughly washed, then sun dried to give it a unique deep, rich flavor. The high altitude in this region results in a full-bodied medium-bodied coffee that has mild citric acidity.
The women of Peru who cultivate this coffee are part of a movement known as Cafe Femenino that is changing the role of women in rural coffee communities. The coffee is grown and processed, as well as traded by women, providing them with the chance to use the additional funds generated from the sale of their product to improve their own and their families' well-being. Additionally, a percentage of the money spent on this coffee is donated to the women who produced the product. This allows them to expand their business, offer healthcare and education to their children, and provide for their families. This is truly an amazing coffee that has been grown since 1700 by using methods that have been handed through the word of mouth over generations.
Peru Arabica
Peru is a nation that has plenty of top-quality coffee. The sluggish air and high altitudes of Peru make it the perfect place to grow coffee. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee, accounting for 2% of global production. It is also one of the world's leading producers of organic and Fair Trade coffee.
Originating originated in Ethiopia, the crop was introduced to Peru by the Spanish in the 16th century. Since then, Peru has been an important player in the international coffee market. It is one of the five largest producers of Arabica.
The country is home to small farming families that have mostly joined together to form cooperatives. They are now able to access fair trade prices and sell their beans directly. Small farms are also aided by the use of ecological methods to reduce the environmental impact on their coffee production.
Volcafe's cluster program has helped to stabilize the supply chain for roasters while providing detailed traceability from field to FOB contract. This gives roasters the opportunity to make informed decisions and view their entire purchase history. This approach has been key to the success of Volcafe's work with Peruvian farmers.
In the past, coffee was encouraged as a replacement for coca plants by many farmers. The government is constantly searching for ways to replace illicit crops with coffee, which will boost profits for the coffee industry. While this is a positive move however, it could pose an obstacle for the local population, too.
As a result it is crucial to provide farmers with sufficient financial support to maintain their livelihoods, and to ensure that their family's health and welfare are not affected. It is also essential to encourage the development of innovative products that can 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 example for the unique flavour characteristic of this region. It has a citrus aroma with hints cinnamon and the spice of nutmeg. It also has a medium body, with smooth texture.
Colombian
The emerald nation of Colombia is home to stunning forests, huge mountains, and exquisite coffee. The country produces more washed arabica beans than any other in the world and is adept in the production of a wide range of delicious, sought-after coffees that are often highly distinctive. Colombian coffees are renowned for their rich, mellow and full-bodied taste and their pleasantly acidic flavor, which is always perfectly balanced and has a hint of sweetness that isn't overpowering or overwhelming.
Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been grown at elevations of between 1,200 and 2,000 meters above sea level. Here, the top Colombian coffee beans are grown and harvested. In general, the top quality Colombian coffees are known as Supremo. This refers to the size of the coffee (screen sizes 17 and 18).
After harvesting, the cherries must be carefully picked by hand to ensure only fresh and fully ripe beans are allowed to continue the process. At this stage the ripe cherries are separated from the beans, and then dried and washed in the sun. The washed beans are sorted and graded by quality control teams, according to 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 receive a Fairtrade premium, which is a lump sum added to the price of the sale. They can then invest in their own businesses or community projects. coffee beans uk 1kg supports small-scale farmers to form cooperatives and small producers which allows them to gain access to larger markets.
This premium is invested directly into the communities where coffee is grown. It helps to create a more sustainable development model and helps to protect the environment. It also ensures that working conditions are safe, hours of work are controlled and there is freedom of association. It also has zero tolerance for child labour or slavery. The money given to farmers enables them to safeguard their families and invest in their futures. It also allows them to keep their traditions alive and produce coffee that is delicious and true to its roots.
Indonesian
Indonesia is one of the largest coffee producers worldwide, due to its equatorial climate. Its varying growing conditions and traditional wet hulling processing techniques create distinct flavour notes that make Indonesian beans highly desirable for single origin coffees and blends alike. These rich, heavy-bodied coffees have a long, spicy finish with a smooth texture. They are a great match for darker roasts.
Ketiara is a co-op run by women located in the Gayo Highlands of Sumatra, is well-known for its earthy body, and flavors of cedar and cocoa. The coffee is organic and fair trade certified, and helps to create a sustainable future for farmers and their communities. The Ketiara co-op also helps in the conservation of the area around 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 soil is ideal for the cultivation of coffee. This natural resource is abundant, however, is threatened by foreign coffee producers who have taken over the industry. Many local farmers aren't capable of competing with the costs of these big corporations and have been pushed to leave their farms.
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 direct trade relations farmers can generate income security and avoid massive fluctuations in market demand from one season to the next.
Our organic, natural Sulawesi fair trade beans are carefully selected from farmers who adhere to the tenets of traditional Hindu agriculture known as "Sabuk Abian." The farms are situated in the Kintamani highland region in between the Batukaru and Agung volcanoes, which provide the fields with fresh volcanic ash that keeps the soil fertile. This Fair Trade and organic coffee is smooth, full-bodied and spicy with a long lasting finish. This dark roast can be enjoyed by itself or as part of a rich mixture.