Colombia Narino Organic - Alianza

Bright, limeade, pomelo, white nectarine
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Bag Weight 70 KG BAG
Harvest Season 2022/23
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Lot Number P610933-4
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About This Coffee

The Buesaco area in the department of Nariño is home to seven volcanoes, which over the years have blanketed the region in fertile volcanic deposits, loading the soil of this mountainous area with ideal nutrients well-suited for the production of high-quality coffees. One hundred and twenty-three smallholder farmers growning coffee at altitudes randing from 1700 to 1900 masl have contributed to this organic-certified lot. 

Country of Origin Colombia
Region Buesaco, Nariño
Producer Type Small Holder Farmers
Farm Name 123 producers
Processing Washed
Processing Description Sun-dried on patios
Growing Altitude 1700m - 1900m
Harvest Season 2022/23
Bag Weight 70 KG BAG
Bag Type Grain Pro / Ecotact
Plant Species Arabica
Certifications Organic certified

History of Colombian Coffee 

As with many coffee origins, it is believed that coffee was first brought to Colombia by priests, arriving, perhaps, within a decade or two after coffee first came to the Americas via the Caribbean in the first half of the 17th century. It was likely a garden crop grown for local consumption and barter for decades. Unlike other coffee regions, we have the story of a priest named Francisco Romero, who could be called the father of commercial coffee cultivation in Colombia. The folkloric tale goes that in the early 1800’s, Father Francisco, hearing confessions in the north eastern town of Salazar de la Palmas, assigned planting coffee to his parishioners as penance for their sins. The Archbishop of Colombia heard about this and ordered all priests to adopt the practice. Commercial production of coffee expanded quickly, moving into regions where the growing conditions were ideal. 

Growing Coffee in Colombia 

Even though it’s been 4,000 years, the soil resulting from the last major eruption of Tolima is still considered “young soil,” filled with nutrients that are no longer found at the same levels in old soil. There is a long list of elements on offer in volcanic soil that are fading or absent in other soils, such as high levels of potassium and nitrogen. Also present is something called “Boron,” which arrived from outer space a long time ago, and is important to cell walls, the creation of enzymes, and the production of flowers and fruit, meaning Boron contributes to yield. Beyond the nutrients, the structure of volcanic soil is also beneficial to coffee growing. It can soak up and hold moisture while, at the same time, facilitate good drainage so water doesn’t pool, which is not good for coffee plant roots. Coffee plants like to take a drink, then take a break. Also, volcanic soils are usually found on an incline, which also helps with drainage. 

  • Status Spot
  • Region Buesaco, Nariño
  • Farm Name 123 producers
  • Producer Type Small Holder Farmers
  • Processing Washed
  • Processing Description Sun-dried on patios
  • Bag Type Grain Pro / Ecotact
  • Certifications Organic certified
  • Plant Species Arabica
  • Coffee Grade COL CA WA EXCO EP10
  • Min Growing Altitude 1700m
  • Max Growing Altitude 1900m
  • Country of Origin Colombia
  • Warehouse The Annex
  • On Sale No
  • Top Lot Yes
  • CTRM Contract Number P610933-4

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