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CECOCAFEN: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
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Since 1997, CECOCAFEN (Central Association of Northern Coffee Cooperatives) has been a beacon of sustainable coffee production in Nicaragua, growing from 500 initial producers to now representing 2,600 farming families across twelve community-based cooperatives. Our enduring 25-year partnership with CECOCAFEN has been instrumental in their growth, as they operate in the pristine mountains of Matagalpa, Jinotega, and Las Segovias, where their members cultivate exceptional coffee beans in rich volcanic soils at high altitudes. The humid tropical climate creates perfect conditions for developing unique flavor profiles that capture the essence of each region.
At the heart of CECOCAFEN's mission is a commitment to both quality and community. Through our pioneering partnership, we established their first cupping labs, which alongside their state-of-the-art SolCafé processing plant, ensures consistently superior coffee through expert quality control. Their dedication to ethical practices extends beyond the bean. The cooperative supports local development through innovative initiatives including eco-tourism, women's entrepreneurship programs, and educational scholarships, demonstrating how quality coffee production, ecological stewardship, and community development can flourish together. Through their unwavering focus on excellence and equity, CECOCAFEN delivers over 100 container-loads of exceptional, ethically sourced coffee annually to discerning international markets.
Farmer Facts
Buying Coffee from CECOCAFEN since 1999
- Farm: La Central de Cooperativas Cafetaleras del Norte (CECOCAFEN)
- Region: Matagalpa, Jinotega, and Las Segovias
- Altitude: 900 – 1500 meters
- Processing: Fully Washed, Sun Dried Natural
- Varietal: Arabica – Bourbon, Typica, Caturra