My family has been growing coffee for over 100 years, and although at first I didn’t want anything to do with the industry, I ended up working as a coffee grower—more out of love than obligation. Today, when I look back, I feel very grateful for coffee, as it has given me the opportunity to provide my family with a better quality of life, as well as the people who work with me on the project.

Every harvest has its own character. This particular lot stands out for its sensory profile, which is the result of a combination of variety, altitude, climate, and a very precise process. For example, in this case, we worked with a Natural Gesha that was carefully fermented to highlight floral and fruity notes and a very clean sweetness. All of our fermentations are controlled, and that only adds to the quality of the harvest. As a coffee grower, you always ask yourself: “What more can I do to improve this coffee? Or should I leave it just as it is?” We’ve had harvests—like this one—where nature has given us a perfect coffee. All we had to do was ferment it well, and there it was: an exceptional coffee.

Beyond taste, our coffee represents a living story. We focus on transparent practices, detailed processes, and real traceability. Plus, we work directly with those who roast or drink our coffee, so we can create a real connection that communicates the story behind every bean.

My work goes beyond the farms. A normal day for me starts very early. I begin by organizing the day in my head and reviewing the notes I made the day before about tasks that still need to be done. I start by checking on the status of the coffee lots and the weather—which is important to know if the sun-dried lots might be ruined by unexpected rain. This work requires a lot of initiative. Sometimes it’s hard for me to be everywhere at once, and although it took me some time, I had to start delegating tasks. While I check on the farms and the lots, I also connect with the markets where I export my coffees: the USA, Europe, Asia, and recently, the United Arab Emirates. My days are intense. I’ve heard many clients say, “Your life must be so nice, just being on the farm all day,” but they have no idea how much work goes into producing the coffees we grow. For this reason, I also try to be present in the markets where our coffees are sold so I can share our stories, challenges, and adventures.

I’m mainly looking for people to understand that coffee growers are businesspeople—not just farmers. I want people to understand that our product, coffee, has a price—and of course, the price has to work for everyone, not just for me. But sometimes I run into roasters who try to underestimate us as producers and act as if they’re doing us a favor by buying our coffee. What I’m looking for is the opportunity to have an open dialogue with companies, share our goals, and see how we can connect and grow together as businesses.

My passion for coffee was always present in my family tradition. When I learned to cup coffee, I realized the tremendous opportunities this industry has and how it can change the lives of us producers—especially when we negotiate with companies that are on the same wavelength. I love seeing the satisfaction on our clients’ faces when they taste our coffees. In that moment, all the hard work and challenges feel worth it.

Absolutely. I believe sustainable relationships allow for quality to improve year after year, help us invest in innovation at the farm, and create value on both sides. We’re interested in working with committed people who want to be part of our journey.

I believe the future of coffee lies in direct and honest connection between producer, roaster, and consumer. Traceability and authenticity are no longer luxuries—they’re necessities. It motivates me to see buyers valuing not just the cup profile, but also the relationships they’re building with producers, and the story behind the bean. If we can build more human and sustainable supply chains together, everyone wins: the producer, the roaster, and most of all, the person enjoying the coffee