Fuerza de Mujer - Women Coffee

Guatemala - San Martin Jilotepeque - FUERZA DE MUJER - Washed - FTO

CROP 2024/2025 See coffee details

SCA score83

Aromatic notes

lemonmilk chocolatebrown sugargreenmalt

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History and traceability

The story

The Asociación Sostenible de Productores de Guatemala (ASPROGUATE) began operations in 2015, led by a group of organized producers distributed in the municipalities of Acatenango and San Martín Jilotepeque, located in Chimaltenango’s department, and the municipality of Cobán, located in Alta Verapaz’s department, with purpose of marketing quality coffees grown using organic farming practices is to market them.

"The plan to create a coffee label called Fuerza de Mujer emerged from the commitment and vision of our coffee producers' association in San Martín Jilotepeque. As hardworking women passionate about coffee farming, we felt the need to highlight our efforts, our identity, and the quality of our product. Fuerza de Mujer not only represents single-origin coffee, but also the value of collective work, the fight for female empowerment in the fields, and the desire to open new opportunities for our families and our community. This label was born from the shared dream of leaving a mark on every cup."

This coffee is produced by a group of 56 producers located in the municipality of San Martín Jilotepeque; all farms are certified by FairTrade International, FairTrade USA, RFA, Organic EU, and USDA. This coffee is harvested, stored at the mill, pulped, fermented for 12 to 36 hours, washed with clean water, then dried in patios. It then moves to storage rooms to be threshed and prepared for export.

A Fairtrade certification (FLO ID) is required to place an order for this Fairtrade-certified product.

At Café Fuerza de Mujer, we guarantee economic and environmental sustainability through responsible agricultural practices and committed community management. We use organic farming methods, reduce the use of chemicals, and promote soil and water conservation. We also strengthen the local economy by working directly with women producers in San Martín Jilotepeque, eliminating intermediaries and ensuring fair compensation for their work. We focus on production that respects the land and generates a decent income for families, creating a sustainable model that can be sustained over time and benefit future generations. Each bean reflects these women's commitment to offering a high-quality, sustainable product with a social impact that dignifies their work and strengthens their communities.

By choosing this coffee, you directly support women who are transforming their environment through conscious and supportive agriculture.