A New Idea
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One year ago, the first encounter of Women Coffee Producers was held. Out of this a new idea—separating their coffee from the rest of the production—was proposed. This concept was conceived through the combined efforts of PROASSA, CICAP, CECANOR, and the women themselves searching for ideas that would improve the conditions of their lives.
With this year's production, OPTCO agreed to sell the coffee as Fair Trade, with that price going to the Co-op as in all Fair Trade transactions. An additional two cents per pound would also be paid for the coffee.
These additional funds provide extra income that goes directly to the women producers. The use of this income is for them alone to decide. read more >