Colombia - El Tambo (Women producers)

Many small coffee farms, once primarily managed by men, are now led by women producers. These women have stepped beyond traditional roles, taking charge of farm management and business operations alongside their families.
Yet, despite their dedication, they continue to face numerous challenges: low wages, limited market access, and no direct connection with final coffee buyers. Most earn less than CAD $490 per month, far below a sustainable income.

For every pound of coffee sold, $0.50 is directly returned to these women producers, in collaboration with our partner IndieGrow.

Producers: Nelsy Truque, Alicia Maca, Yaneth Cayapu, Eusebia Cotazo, Maria Pajoy, Elvira Lebaza, Ofelia Camayo, and Asuncion Rodriguez

Farm size: 2 to 4 hectares each (8 total)

Varieties: Castillo and Colombia

Altitude: 1,600 to 1,800 meters

Region: El Tambo, Cauca

Harvest: Late 2024

Process: Washed

Fermentation: 48 hours Hermetic Tanks

Tasting notes: Chocolate, caramel, and fruity

SCAA Score: 84.5