Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg
Fair trade coffee eliminates the middlemen, allowing consumers of green coffee to directly work with coffee farmers. This guarantees high-quality coffee beans as well as a sustainable income for farmers.
The global market for coffee is a volatile one and farmers struggle to make enough money. Fair trade can provide stability to farmers through the Fairtrade Minimum Price plus an additional price incentive for organically grown coffee.
Peru Organic
This Peru Organic is a full flavor coffee with an appealing sweetness and a soft acidity. It has hints of cocoa and orange, with the cinnamon note. This fair trade coffee is sourced by a producer who is eco-friendly and sustainable.
Coffee production in Peru is mostly dominated by small farms that cover just a few hectares or less, and farmers typically join together in cooperatives to share the cost of equipment and access to markets for their produce. Additionally, there is increasing numbers of farmers who have decided to grow organically in order to improve the quality of their crops as well as reduce the use of pesticides on their land.
Cenfrocafe is a farm located in the provinces of Jaen and San Ignacio, in northwestern Peru close to the border of Ecuador. The coop is made up of 2400 members who cultivate their coffee on small plots between 1300 to 2000 meters, 4300-6500 feet, at the highest elevations of the region. Farmers take extra care to ensure the harvest is picked just at the right time so as to maximize the value of the beans.
Our Peru organic coffee is completely washed and dried in the sun, which helps to produce a rich, distinctive flavor. The high altitude of this area produces a rich medium-bodied, medium-bodied coffee with a moderate citric acidity.
The women of Peru who grow this coffee are part of a movement known as Cafe Femenino that is changing the role of women in the coffee communities. Women are the only ones to grow, process and trade the coffee, which allows them to use the extra money they earn from the sale of the product to improve their family's wellbeing. In addition, a part of every dollar spent on this coffee goes back to the women who produced the product. This allows them to expand their business, offer healthcare and education to their children and support their families. This is an amazing coffee that has been cultivated by using methods passed through generations.
Peru Arabica
Peru has a wealth of high-quality coffee. Its thin air and high altitudes provide the perfect setting for the cultivation of the crop. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee in the world with a share of 2%. It is also among the world's top producers of organic and Fair Trade coffee.
The Spanish introduced Ethiopian coffee to Peru in the 16th century. The country has been a major participant in the international coffee trade ever since. It is now one of the top five producers of Arabica.
Small farming families have formed cooperatives across the country. They can now access fair trade prices, and can sell their beans 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 to stabilize the supply chain for roasters while providing detailed traceability from field to FOB contract. This lets roasters see the full picture of their purchases and make informed choices every day. This method has been a key factor in the success of Volcafe's collaboration with farmers in Peru.
In the past, many farmers have been urged to plant coffee as a replacement for coca crops. The government is always looking for ways to replace illicit crops with coffee, which can increase profits for the coffee industry. While the change is positive, it can be a challenge to the local population as well.
It is therefore crucial to provide sufficient financial support to farmers to ensure their livelihoods and to ensure that their health and welfare of their families are not at risk. It is also essential to encourage the development innovative products that can increase productivity and enhance the quality of coffee.
Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 is a premium coffee grown in Cajamarca which is a northern region. This single-origin, medium roasted coffee is a classic illustration of the region's distinctive flavour profile. It has a refreshing citrus aroma with hints cinnamon and nutmeg. It also has a medium body and a smooth texture.
Colombian
The emerald country of Colombia is home to stunning rainforests, massive mountains and sublime coffee. The country produces more washed arabica beans than any other in the world, and is skilled in the production of a wide range of exquisite, sought-after coffees that are often unique. Colombian coffees are mellow but full-bodied flavor as well as an incredibly acidic taste. They are also renowned 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. Generally speaking, the best quality Colombian coffees are known as Supremo. This refers to the size of the bean (screen sizes 17 or 18).
After harvest, the coffee cherries are carefully picked by hand, ensuring only healthy and fully ripe beans make it through the remainder of the process. At this stage the ripe cherries are separated from the beans, and then cleaned and dried in the sun. The coffee beans that have been washed are then sorted and graded by quality control teams according to size, colour, and density. This ensures that only consistent quality coffees are able to reach the shelves of supermarkets across the world.
Farmers and workers are paid the Fairtrade premium, which is a sum of money added to the price of the sale. They can then invest in their own businesses or community projects. Fair Trade helps small-scale farmers organize themselves into small cooperatives and producer groups to gain access to larger markets.
This premium is invested in the communities that grow coffee. It contributes to a sustainable development model, and helps 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 helps them protect their families and invest in their futures. It also allows them to maintain their cultural traditions and produce coffee that is both delicious and true to its origins.
Indonesian
Indonesia is a major producer of coffee around the world, due to its climate that is equatorial. The diverse growing conditions and traditional wet hulling methods produce distinctive flavours that make Indonesian beans highly sought-after for single origin coffees and blends alike. These heavy-bodied, rich coffees have a long, spicy finish and a silky texture. They are a great match for darker roasts.
The women led Ketiara co-op located in 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 ensure a sustainable future for farmers and their communities. The Ketiara Co-op helps to preserve the biodiversity of Leuser National Park surrounding it by using shade-grown farming to safeguard the ecosystem.
In a region renowned for its volcanic soil, it should come as no surprise that the fertile soil is ideal for the cultivation of coffee. However, this natural resource is threatened by the growing number of coffee growers from abroad that have come to dominate the coffee industry. www.coffeee.uk are not capable of competing with the costs of these large corporations and have been forced to leave their farms.
The absence of direct trade opportunities means that for every $3 cup of coffee, only $0.15 goes to the farmer on average. Fair trade is important because the system has to be changed. Through direct trade relations, farmers can create income security and prevent radical changes in market demand from one season to the next.
Our natural organic Sulawesi fair trade beans are sourced from farmers that follow the principles of the traditional Hindu agriculture known as "Sabuk Abian." The farms are situated in the Kintamani highland region, which lies between the Batukaru and Agung volcanoes, which provide the fields with fresh volcanic ash, which keeps the soil fertile. This Fair Trade and organic coffee is rich, creamy and spicy with a long lasting finish. This dark roast can be enjoyed by itself or as part of a rich blend.