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Colombia · Cauca
Colombia San Miguel Castillo
Francy Elena Rivera Quiñonez
Intelligentsia Coffee
San Miguel
Castillo
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San Miguel
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The story
Francy Elena Rivera Quiñonez acquired San Miguel in 2017 to create more opportunity for her family. Income from her independent production helped the family build a home and invest in their son’s education.
Challenges
Smallholder coffee producers in the Cauca region face significant labor shortages during harvest seasons as many former pickers have transitioned to managing their own small plots. Additionally, farmers must manage the persistent threat of coffee leaf rust, which necessitates the use of resistant varieties to maintain crop health.
Innovations
The farm has improved its quality perception by implementing meticulous harvesting practices, specifically focusing on the selective picking of only the ripest, deep-red cherries.
Published coffees linked to this farm
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Research last reviewed: 2026-10-29