El Romerillo

The story

El Romerillo is a coffee farm located in La Coipa, San Ignacio, in the Cajamarca region of Peru. The farm is managed by producers such as Micaela Peña and Eduar Troyes Puelles, who participate in local producer committees to improve quality and market access. The farm has gained recognition through international competitions like the Cup of Excellence.

Challenges

Producers in the region often face isolation, which can limit access to international markets and the sharing of agricultural best practices.

Innovations

The farm benefits from collaboration with organizations like Origin Coffee Lab, which utilizes a committee structure to help producers share technical insights and gain better access to the international specialty coffee market.