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Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg Fair trade coffee eliminates the middlemen by allowing green coffee buyers to work directly with farmers. This assures that the beans are of high quality and that farmers receive an income that is sustainable. Farmers struggle to earn enough money on the volatile world coffee market. Fair trade provides stability for farmers by offering the Fairtrade Minimum Price, as well as an additional price incentive for organically grown beans. Peru Organic This Peru Organic is a full flavored coffee that has an appealing sweetness and a soft acidity. It has hints orange and cocoa, and a cinnamon-like finish. This fair trade certified coffee has been procured from a sustainable and environmentally conscious producer. In Peru coffee is produced primarily by small farms with just a few hectares or less. Farmers usually create cooperatives to share the equipment costs and gain access to markets. A growing number of farmers have decided organic farming to increase the quality of their coffee and to reduce the use of pesticides. 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 is made up of 2400 members who cultivate their coffee on small plots between 1300 to 2000 meters, 4300 to 6500 feet, at the highest elevations of the region. Farmers take great care to ensure that the harvest is picked at the right time, so as to get the most value from the beans. 1kg coffee beans is washed and dried in the sun which gives it a rich, distinctive flavor. The high altitude of the farms in this area produces a complex coffee with moderate body, mild acidity, and a refined finish. 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 the coffee communities. Women are the only ones who cultivate, process and market the coffee, which allows them to utilize the additional money they earn from the sale of the product to improve their family's and their own well-being. A portion of each dollar spent on coffee is also given to the women who grew it. This helps them expand their business, provide health and education for their children, as well as support their families. This is truly a remarkable coffee, which has been cultivated since the year 1700 by using methods that have been passed through word of mouth for generations. Peru Arabica Peru is home to a bounty of high-quality coffee. The air is thin and the high altitudes of Peru make it a perfect place to grow coffee. 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. Originating originally from Ethiopia, the coffee plant was introduced to Peru by the Spanish in the 16th century. Since since then Peru has become an important player in the world market for coffee. It is one of the five largest producers of Arabica. Small farming families have formed cooperatives throughout the country. This has allowed them to benefit from fair trade prices and to market their beans directly. Small farms are also encouraged to use 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 gives roasters the opportunity 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 encouraged as a replacement for coca by many farmers. The government continues to look for ways to replace these illicit crops with coffee that can bring in more profits for the coffee industry. While this is a positive move however, it could pose an obstacle for the local population, too. It is therefore essential to provide adequate financial aid to farmers to ensure their livelihoods and to ensure that the well-being and health of their families are not compromised. It is also crucial to encourage the creation of new products that can increase productivity and enhance the quality of coffee. The fair trade Peru HB MCM grade 1 is a speciality coffee that is grown in the northern region of Cajamarca. This single-origin, medium-roasted coffee is a classic example of the region's unique flavour profile. It is scented with citrus with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon, and a silky medium body. Colombian The emerald-colored land of Colombia is a place of stunning rainforests, giant 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 exquisite, sought-after and distinctive coffees. Colombian coffees have a mellow, yet full-bodied flavor and an incredibly acidic taste. They are also known for their sweetness and acidic taste. Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been grown at elevations of between 1,200 – 2200 meters above sea level. Here, the top Colombian coffee beans are grown and harvested. The highest quality Colombian beans are generally referred to as Supremo. This refers to the size of the coffee (screen sizes 17 and 18). After the harvest, the coffee cherries are carefully picked by hand, making sure that only fully ripe and healthy beans make it through the rest of the process. At this point the ripe cherries are separated from the beans, which are dried and washed in the sun. The coffee beans that have been washed are then graded and sorted by quality control teams in accordance with size as well as colour and density. This ensures that only uniform quality coffees are able to reach the shelves of supermarkets across the world. Farmers and workers also receive the Fairtrade Premium which is an additional amount of money added in addition to the price of sale. They can then invest it in their own business or community projects. Fair Trade helps small-scale farmers form small cooperatives and producer groups in order to gain access to larger markets. The premium is reinvested in the communities that cultivate coffee. It helps create an environmentally sustainable development model and helps protect the environment. It also provides secure working conditions, legally-regulated working hours and freedom of association, as well as zero tolerance for slavery and child labor. The money paid by the farmers helps them to protect their families and to invest in their future. It allows them to keep their traditions of their past and also produce coffee that is both delicious and authentic. Indonesian With its equatorial climate and soaring mountains, Indonesia is one of the largest coffee producers in the world. Indonesian beans are sought after for blends and single origin coffees due to their distinctive flavours. These robust, heavy-bodied coffees have long, spicy finishes and a smooth, silky texture that is perfect for darker roasts. The women-led Ketiara co-op of the Gayo Highlands in Sumatra is renowned for its powerful earthy body with delicious undertones of cedar and cocoa. The coffee is certified organic and fair trade, and supports a sustainable future for the farmers and their community. The Ketiara co-op also supports the conservation of the area around Leuser National Park by using shade-grown farming as a means of protecting the ecosystem. It's no surprise that in a region renowned for its volcanic soil, the fertile ground is ideal for the cultivation of coffee. This abundant natural resource, however, is threatened by foreign coffee producers who have taken over the business. Many local farmers are not able to compete with the costs of these large corporations and have been pushed off their land. In the absence of direct trade, in the average $0.15 of every $3 cup of coffee goes to the farmer. Fair trade is important because the system has to be changed. Through the establishment of direct trade relationships, farmers can create income security, which will prevent the drastic fluctuations in demand from season to season. Our organic, natural Sulawesi fair trade beans are carefully selected from farmers who adhere to the principles of the traditional Hindu agriculture known as “Sabuk Abian.” The farms are located in the Kintamani highland region between the Batukaru and Agung volcanoes, which supply the fields with fresh volcanic ash, which keeps the soil fertile. This organic and Fair Trade coffee is rich, creamy and spicy with a long lasting finish. This dark roast is delicious in its own right or as part of a rich blend.