Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg

Fair trade coffee removes the middlemen, allowing buyers of green coffee to directly work with coffee farmers. This assures that the beans are of high quality and that farmers receive an income that is sustainable.

Farmers struggle to make enough money on the volatile world coffee market. Fair trade provides stability to farmers through the Fairtrade minimum price and an additional incentive for organically grown coffee.

Peru Organic

This Peru Organic coffee has a pleasant sweetness and a smooth acidity. It is a bit cocoa and orange, with a cinnamon finish. This fair trade coffee is procured by a producer that is environmentally conscious and sustainable.

In Peru, coffee is produced mostly by small farms that have a few hectares of land or less. Farmers generally form cooperatives to share costs for equipment and gain access to markets. A growing number of farmers have chosen organic farming to improve the quality and avoid pesticides.

Cenfrocafe is a farm located in the provinces Jaen and San Ignacio, in northwestern Peru close to the border of Ecuador. The coop is composed of 2400 farmers who grow coffee on small plots of land ranging between 1300 and 2000 meters (4300 to 6500 feet) at the highest elevations of the region. Farmers take great care to ensure that the harvest is picked just at the right time to ensure that they get the most value from the beans.

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

The women of Peru who grow this coffee are part of a group called Cafe Femenino that is changing the role of women in coffee-growing communities. Women are the only ones to cultivate, process and sell the coffee, which allows them to use the extra funds they receive from the sale of the product to improve their own and their families' wellbeing. In addition, a part of every dollar spent on this coffee goes to the women who produced the coffee. This helps them expand their business, provide healthcare and education to their children, as well as support their families. This is a truly remarkable coffee that has been grown using methods handed down from generation to generation.

Peru Arabica

Peru is a country with a lot of high-quality coffee. The thin air and the high altitudes make it an ideal setting for the cultivation of the crop. The country is the ninth-largest producer of coffee in the world with an average of 2%. It is also among the world's leading producers of organic and Fair Trade coffee.

Originally from Ethiopia, the coffee plant was introduced to Peru by the Spanish in the 16th century. Since since then Peru has become a major player in the international coffee market. It is among the five major producers of Arabica.

Small farming families have formed cooperatives across the country. They can now access fair trade prices and also sell their coffee directly. Small farms are also encouraged to adopt 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 allows roasters the ability to make informed decisions and see their entire purchase history. This approach has been key to the success of Volcafe's collaboration with Peruvian farmers.

In the past, coffee was favored as a replacement for coca by many farmers. The government continues to seek ways to replace these illicit crops with coffee that can bring in more profits for the coffee industry. While the move is positive however, it could pose an obstacle for the local population as well.

It is therefore crucial to provide sufficient financial support to farmers to maintain their livelihoods, and to ensure that the well-being and health of their families are not affected. Additionally, it is essential to encourage the development of innovative products that increase productivity and enhance the quality of coffee.

Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 kg of coffee beans is a specialty coffee that is grown in Cajamarca the northern region of. This single-origin, medium-roasted coffee is a perfect illustration of the unique flavor profile of this region. It has a citrus aroma, with hints of cinnamon and Nutmeg. It also has a medium body with smooth texture.

Colombian

The emerald country of Colombia is home to breathtaking rainforests, massive mountains, and exquisite coffee. The country produces more washed arabica beans than any other in the world, and is skilled in brewing a variety of delicious, sought-after and delicious coffees that are often unique. Colombian coffees are renowned for their mellow yet rich and full-bodied taste, as well as their pleasantly acidic flavor, which is always perfectly balanced with the slightest hint of sweetness that isn't overpowering or overwhelming.

Colombian coffee is traditionally grown between 1,200 and 2,000 metres above sea level. This is where the highest quality Colombian beans are harvested and where the coffee is at its most optimal. The highest quality Colombian beans are generally referred to as Supremo. This refers to the bean size (screen sizes 17 or 18).

After harvesting, the coffee cherries need to be carefully selected 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 point, is then washed in the sun and dried. The washed coffee beans are then sorted and graded by quality control teams based on size as well as colour and density. This ensures that only consistent quality coffees are able to reach the shelves of supermarkets across the world.

Farmers and workers also get an Fairtrade Premium, which is an extra amount of money added on top of the price of sale. They can then invest in their own community or business projects. Fair Trade helps small-scale farmers form small producer groups and cooperatives 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, work hours are regulated, and there is freedom of association. There is also no tolerance for child labour or slavery. The money paid to the farmers helps them protect their families and invest in their futures. It helps them keep their traditions of their past and produce coffee which is both 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 flavours. These heavy-bodied, rich coffees have a lengthy, spicy finish with a smooth texture. They are a great match for darker roasts.

Ketiara, a women-led co-op in the Gayo Highlands of Sumatra, is well-known for its earthy body, and Coffeee flavors of cedar and cocoa. The coffee is certified organic and fair trade and is a sustainable option for the farmers and their community. The Ketiara co-op also contributes to the conservation of the area around Leuser National Park by using shade-grown farming to help protect the ecosystem.

It's not surprising that in a region known for its volcanic soil the fertile ground is perfect for the cultivation of coffee. However, this rich natural resource is being threatened by the increasing number of foreign coffee farmers that have dominated the industry. Many local farmers aren't able to compete 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 each $3 cup of coffee is paid to the farmer. This system needs to be changed, and that's why fair trade is important. Through direct trade 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 principles of traditional Hindu agriculture, also known 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 that keeps the soil fertile. The organic and Fair Trade 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.