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Dr. Enrique Ferrufino

Dr. Enrique Ferrufino is a surgeon by trade who transitioned into coffee production alongside his wife, Silvia, a pediatrician. Born and raised on a coffee farm in the mountains of Matagalpa, he and his family have operated Finca Aurora since 2004 with a focus on quality, sustainability, and community development.

Farm: Finca Aurora, Matagalpa →

History

The Ferrufino family established their coffee business in 1992. They acquired Finca Aurora in 2004, a property they rebuilt and expanded over time. The farm serves as a hub for processing coffee for both their own production and neighboring smallholder farms.

Published coffees linked to Dr. Enrique Ferrufino

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Research sources & verification

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Research last reviewed: 2026-10-03

  1. Source 1: counterculturecoffee.com