The Peruvian association was established initially in 2003 as a group of coffee farmers in the city of Jaén, province of the same name, Cajamarca region in the north of Peru.
Nowadays, they are constituted by 416 small farmers of coffee between 1,300 to 1,900 Height above mean sea level (A.M.S.L.) in regions of Cajamarca and Amazonas.
The association ensures the best qualities of green coffee beans arabica. They are looking for promoting the growing and consumption of sustainable grown coffee. The association helps to promote the equality of opportunities, integral communication, rural training, and access to health between their members. Also, they have exported to several countries such as Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Canada and US. They have highly qualified staff which allows to offer a product according to the quality standards of international market.
The Peruvian association seeks European distributors in order to expand their export activity.
Advantages & innovations
The association is producer and exporter of high quality coffee that meets the quality standards demanded by the international market. The production is 100% of Arabica coffee with performances in Cup according to Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA) standards from 82.00 to 86.00 points. They have certifications of fairtrade, organic, coffee Practicies and Utz Kapeh (UTZ).
Stage of development
Already on the market
Partner sought
The Peruvian association seeks to conclude a distribution services agreement to work with department stores, specialized shops, and others in Europe. It is interested in collaborating with experienced sales partners with thorough knowledge of the organic coffee market. They are specifically interested in finding medium or large partners from the eco-products sectors.