Mulugeta Drying Station
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The story
Mulugeta Muntasha, originally a truck driver who transported coffee in Arsi, returned to his home village of Bursa in 2021. He established the Dawencho drying station after observing local farmers begin planting coffee to address economic and climate challenges. The station quickly gained recognition, achieving high rankings in the Cup of Excellence competition shortly after its founding.
Challenges
The region of Bursa previously did not grow coffee, and farmers began planting trees as a response to economic strain and climate change.
Innovations
Mulugeta Muntasha established a specialized drying station network in a region that lacked a history of coffee production, successfully elevating local quality to international competition standards.
Research sources & verification
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Research last reviewed: 2026-09-27