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15 Surprising Facts About Fair Trade Coffee Beans 1kg
Peru Organic Fair Trade Coffee 1kg

Fair trade coffee eliminates the middlemen, which allows buyers of green coffee to directly work with coffee farmers. This guarantees that the coffee beans are of high quality and that farmers receive a sustainable income.

Coffeee for coffee is volatile and farmers struggle to make enough money. Fair trade offers stability for farmers by offering the Fairtrade Minimum Price plus an additional price incentive for 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. This fair trade certified coffee is procured from a sustainable and eco conscious producer.

Coffee production in Peru is mostly dominated by small farms of just a few hectares or less. Farmers typically join together in cooperatives to share the costs of equipment and gain access to markets for their produce. Additionally, there is a growing number of farmers who choose to grow organically to increase the quality of their crops as well as avoid the use of pesticides on their land.

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 consists of 2400 farmers who grow coffee on small plots ranging from 1300 to 2000 m (4300 to 6500 feet) at the highest elevations of the region. The farmers take great care in ensuring that their harvest is harvested at the right moment so that they maximize the value of the beans.

Our Peru organic coffee is completely washed and sun dried which gives it a deep, unique taste. The high altitude of the farms in this region produces a complex coffee with moderate body, mild acidity and an elegant 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 rural coffee communities. The coffee is grown and processed by women, giving them the opportunity to utilize the additional funds generated from the sale of their product to enhance their own and their families' well-being. In addition, a part of the money spent on this coffee goes back to the women who produced it. This allows them to expand their businesses, offer education and healthcare to their children, and support their families. This is truly a remarkable coffee, which has been grown since 1700 by using methods that have been handed down by word of mouth for generations.

Peru Arabica

Peru is a nation that has lots of premium coffee. Its thin air and high altitudes make it an ideal environment for producing the crop. The country is the ninth largest producer of coffee accounting for 2% of the world's production. It is also a top producer of organic and Fair Trade Coffee.

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

The country is home to small farm families that have largely banded together into cooperatives. This has enabled them to benefit from fair trade prices and to market their beans directly. Small farms are also encouraged to employ ecological methods that help reduce the environmental impact of their coffee production.

Volcafe's cluster program has helped stabilize the supply chain for roasters while allowing for a complete traceability from field to FOB contract. This allows roasters the ability to make informed choices and see their entire purchase history. This approach is a major factor in the success of Volcafe's collaboration with farmers in Peru.

In the past, coffee was favored as a replacement for coca plants by a lot of farmers. The government continues to seek ways to replace these illegal crops with coffee that can generate higher profits for the coffee industry. While the move is positive, it can be an obstacle for the local population too.

Therefore it is crucial to provide farmers with the financial aid to sustain their livelihoods, and to ensure that their family's health and welfare are not affected. Additionally it is vital to encourage the development of new products that boost productivity and improve the quality of coffee.

Fair trade Peru HB grade 1 is a premium coffee that is grown in Cajamarca, 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 of cinnamon and nutmeg. It also has a medium body with smooth, silky texture.

Colombian

The emerald-colored land of Colombia is a country of stunning rainforests, giant mountains, and a superb coffee. The country produces more washed arabica beans than any other in the world and is proficient in producing a wide variety of truly exquisite, sought-after coffees that are often unique. Colombian coffees have a smooth, yet full-bodied flavor and an incredibly acidic taste. They are also renowned for their sweetness and pleasantly acidic taste.


Traditionally, Colombian coffee has been grown at elevations of between 1,200 - 2,000 meters above sea level. Here, the top Colombian coffee beans are harvested and grown. Generally, the highest quality Colombian coffees are referred to as Supremo. This refers to the size of the beans (screen sizes 17 and 18).

After harvest, the cherries are carefully selected by hand, making sure that only fully ripe and healthy beans are able to make it through the rest of the process. The ripe fruit, which is separated from the beans at this stage is then washed under the sun and dried. The washed coffee beans are then graded and sorted by quality control teams based on size as well as colour and density. This ensures that only uniform, high-quality coffee reaches supermarket shelves worldwide.

Farmers and workers get an Fairtrade premium. This is a sum of money added to the price of the sale. They can then invest it in their own community or business projects. Fair Trade helps small-scale farmers form small cooperatives and producer groups in order to gain access to larger markets.

This premium is invested in the communities that grow coffee. It is a part of a sustainable development model and also helps to protect the environment. It also provides safe working conditions, regulated hours of work and freedom of association and also no tolerance for slavery and child labor. The money that is paid to farmers helps them protect their families and invest in their futures. They also have the opportunity to keep their traditions alive and produce coffee that is delicious and true to its roots.

Indonesian

Indonesia is a major coffee producer worldwide, due to its climate that is equatorial. Indonesian beans are sought after for blends and single origin coffees because of their distinctive flavours. These rich, heavy-bodied coffees have a long, spicy finish with a smooth texture. They are a great match for darker roasts.

The women-led Ketiara co-op located in the Gayo Highlands in Sumatra is renowned for its powerful earthy body, with a flavorful undertone of cedar and cocoa. The coffee is fair trade and organic certified, and helps ensure a sustainable future for farmers and their communities. The Ketiara co-op also supports the conservation of the area around Leuser National Park by using shade-grown agriculture as a way to protect 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 natural resource is abundant, however, is threatened by foreign coffee growers who have taken over the business. Many local farmers are forced to leave their land because they are not able to compete against the prices of these big corporations.

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 crucial because the system has to be changed. Through direct trade relations, farmers can create income security and eliminate drastic changes in the market demand from one season to the next.

Our natural organic Sulawesi fair trade beans are handpicked from farmers who adhere to the principles of traditional Hindu farming system known as "Sabuk Abian." The farms are located in the Kintamani highland region in 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 creamy and full bodied with a long spicy finish. This is a dark roast that can be enjoyed by itself or as part of an incredibly rich blend.