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Peru La Florida Fair Trade / Organic
Fair Trade and OCIA certified organic. Produced by Cooperativa Agraria Cafetalera La Florida, a large coop in the Chanchamayo Valley, the major coffee growing region of Peru. Grown at between 4000 and 5200 feet, this top grade coffee is wet method processed and fully sun dried. Coffee from La Florida is produced by 1,200 local producers of the Coop, with plantations situated in the Chanchamayo Valleys of Yurinaki, Ubiriki, Perene and in the central upper Peruvian jungle.
Peru is the largest producer of organic coffee in the world and La Florida's production is certified as such. Much is also Fair Trade certified. Additionally, this coffee meets the sustainability criteria of Utz Certified. Mindful of the environment, care is taken by La Florida during pulping, fermenting, and washing to protect the area's biodiversity. The cooperative promotes agricultural harmony with nature, practicing soil conservation. Varietals produced are original Typica, Bourbon and Caturra, all 100% Arabica. Shade is provided by Inga and other native forestall trees
The additional Fair Trade revenues enable La Florida to fund various programs for education, environment, health and other social initiatives.
Cup Characteristics: In the cup La Florida is mild and straightforward in flavor, with medium/heavy body and considerable acidity.
Quantity in Basket:none
Price per pound : $14.99
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