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Francisca and Oscar Chacon

Francisca and Oscar Chacon are third-generation coffee producers who own and operate the Las Lajas Micromill in the Sabanilla de Alajuela region of Costa Rica. They are widely recognized as pioneers in the development of honey and natural processing techniques in Central America. The couple is also noted for their commitment to organic farming practices, having transitioned their estate to fully organic production.

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TagsFrancisca and Oscar ChaconLas LajasCosta RicaSL28SarchimoreJavaGeshaCatuaiCaturraBourbonVilla SarchiKenyaObataSL34

History

Following the death of Oscar's father in 1995, which the family attributed to the use of agrichemicals, the couple banned all synthetic chemicals from their farm. It took five years to rehabilitate the soil, and in 2000, Finca Las Lajas became the first coffee estate in Costa Rica to receive organic certification. In 2008, an earthquake that cut off access to water and electricity forced them to innovate, leading them to experiment with natural and honey processing methods.

Published coffees linked to Francisca and Oscar Chacon

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Research sources & verification

These source links were recorded for this producer profile. They provide a way to check the documented claims; the links do not independently establish each person's identity, current farm relationship or coffee lot.

Research last reviewed: 2026-09-28

  1. Source 1: onyxcoffeelab.com
  2. Source 2: beanberrycoffee.com
  3. Source 3: coffeereview.com
  4. Source 4: coffeereview.com
  5. Source 5: duluthcoffeecompany.com
  6. Source 6: hyperioncoffee.com
  7. Source 7: sustainableharvest.com
  8. Source 8: worldo.app
  9. Source 9: elkaffee.com
  10. Source 10: shop.gardellicoffee.com
  11. Source 11: duluthcoffeecompany.com

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