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Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg Fair trade coffee eliminates middlemen, allowing consumers of green coffee to directly work with coffee farmers. This ensures that the coffee beans are of the highest quality and that farmers earn a sustainable income. The global market for coffee is volatile and farmers struggle to make enough money. Fair trade gives farmers stability through the Fairtrade minimum price, and an additional incentive for organically-grown coffee. Peru Organic This Peru Organic is a full flavoured coffee that has a pleasing sweetness and soft acidity. full report has hints of cocoa and orange, with an underlying cinnamon flavor. This fair trade certified coffee is procured from a sustainable and eco conscious producer. Coffee production in Peru is dominated by small farms that cover less than a couple of hectares less, and farmers typically join together in cooperatives to share the costs of equipment and access to markets for their products. A growing number of farmers have chosen to grow organically in order to enhance the quality of their produce and avoid the use of pesticides. The farm that this coffee comes from, Cenfrocafe, is located in the provinces of Jaen and San Ignacio in north western Peru near the border with Ecuador. The coop is comprised of 2400 farmers who grow coffee on small plots ranging from 1300 to 2000 m (4300 to 6500 ft) at the highest elevations of the region. Farmers take extra care to ensure the harvest is picked at the right time to ensure that they get the best out of the beans. Our Peru organic coffee is fully cleaned and sun dried which results in an intense, distinctive taste. The high altitude in this region results in a full-bodied medium-bodied, medium-bodied coffee with a mild acidity from citric. 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 coffee-growing communities. The coffee is harvested, processed and traded exclusively by women, giving them the opportunity to utilize the additional money generated by the sale of their product to improve their own and their family's wellbeing. In addition, a portion of every dollar spent on this coffee is donated to the women who made the product. This allows them to expand their business, offer healthcare and education to their children, and provide for their families. This is a truly remarkable coffee, which has been grown since 1700 using methods that have been passed through word of mouth for generations. Peru Arabica Peru is home to a bounty of high-quality coffee. Its thin air and soaring altitudes make it an ideal location for growing the crop. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee, accounting for 2% of global production. It is also one of the world's top producers of organic and Fair Trade coffee. Originally from Ethiopia, the crop was introduced to Peru by the Spanish after the 16th century. Since then Peru has become an important player in the international coffee market. It is now among the top five producers of Arabica. Small farming families have formed cooperatives throughout the country. They can now get fair trade prices and also sell their coffee directly. Small farms are also aided by using eco-friendly methods to minimize the environmental impact on their coffee production. Volcafe's cluster program has helped to stabilize supply chains for roasters, while allowing for a detailed traceability from field to FOB contract. This gives roasters the ability to make informed decisions and see their entire purchase history. This strategy has been essential to the success of Volcafe’s work with Peruvian farmers. In the past, coffee was promoted as a substitute for coca plants by a lot of farmers. The government is always searching for ways to replace illegal crops with coffee, which will increase profits for the coffee industry. While the move is positive but it could be a challenge to the local population too. As a result it is crucial to provide farmers with sufficient financial aid to sustain their livelihoods and ensure that their families' health and well-being are not at risk. In addition, it is essential to encourage the development of new products that can boost productivity and increase the quality of coffee. Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 is a special coffee grown in Cajamarca, a northern region. This single-origin, medium-roasted coffee is a classic example of the distinctive flavor characteristic of this region. It is scented with citrus, with hints reminiscent of nutmeg and cinnamon, and a silky medium body. Colombian The emerald land of Colombia is a country with stunning rainforests, massive mountains and sublime coffee. The country produces more washed Arabica beans than any other country in the world. It is also able to produce a wide range of delicious, sought-after and unique coffees. Colombian coffees have a smooth yet full-bodied taste and pleasant acidic flavor. They are also renowned for their sweetness and acidic taste. Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been produced at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 2,000 meters above sea level. This is where the top quality Colombian beans are harvested and where the coffee ripens to its best. The best quality Colombian beans are generally referred to as Supremo. This refers to the size of the bean (screen sizes 17 and 18). After harvesting, the coffee cherries need to be carefully selected by hand to ensure that only healthy and fully ripe beans are allowed to continue the process. At this stage the ripe fruit is separated from the beans, and then cleaned and dried in the sun. The washed coffee beans are then graded and sorted by quality control teams in accordance with size, colour, and density. This ensures that only uniform quality coffees are able to reach the shelves of all supermarkets worldwide. Farmers and workers also receive a Fairtrade Premium that is an additional amount of money added in addition to the price of sale. This enables them to invest in community or business projects of their choice. Fair Trade supports small-scale farmers to organize themselves into small producer organizations and cooperatives, enabling them to access larger markets. The premium is reinvested in the communities that cultivate coffee. It aids in creating an environmentally sustainable development model and protects the environment. It also ensures that working conditions are safe, working hours are controlled and there is freedom of association. It also has zero tolerance for child labour or slavery. The money earned by farmers helps them to secure their families and invest in their future. It also helps them keep their traditions alive and produce coffee that is delicious and true to its roots. Indonesian Indonesia is a major producer of coffee in the world, thanks to its climate that is equatorial. The diverse growing conditions and traditional wet hulling techniques create distinct flavour notes that make Indonesian beans extremely desirable for single origin coffees and blends alike. These heavy-bodied, rich coffees have a long spicy finish with a smooth texture. They complement darker roasts. Ketiara is a co-op run by women in the Gayo Highlands of Sumatra, is well-known for its earthy body and the flavors of cocoa and cedar. The coffee is certified organic and fair trade, and helps ensure a sustainable future for the farmers and their community. The Ketiara Co-op supports the conservation of Leuser National Park surrounding it by using shade-grown farming to protect the ecosystem. In a region known for its volcanic soil it's no surprise that the soil is ideal for coffee cultivation. This natural resource is abundant, however, is under threat from foreign coffee growers who have taken over the coffee industry. Many local farmers aren't capable of competing with the prices of these giant corporations and have been forced off their land. In the absence of direct trade, in the average $0.15 of every $3 cup of coffee is paid to the farmer. This system must be changed, and that's why fair trade is crucial. By establishing direct trade relationships, farmers can create income security and prevent massive fluctuations in market demand from one season to the next. 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, which lies between the Batukaru volcano and Agung volcanic cones which provide the fields with fresh volcanic dust that keeps the soil fertile. The organic and Fair Trade coffee is creamy, full-bodied and spicy with a long lasting finish. This dark roast is delicious as is or as part of a rich mixture.