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Hunter Tedman
Hunter Tedman is a prominent coffee producer and agronomist based in Boquete, Panama, recognized as a visionary in specialty coffee production. He manages a group of farms including Hacienda Barbara, Black Moon, and Umbra, and serves as the President of the Specialty Coffee Association of Panama (SCAP).
Farm: Hacienda Barbara →History
Tedman has spent his career observing the evolution of the Panamanian coffee industry, including the rise and fall of Geisha. He has worked as an agronomist and director for major coffee operations, including San Francisco Bay Coffee, while developing his own farm projects. He is currently focused on advanced agricultural systems and the cultivation of diverse coffee varieties.
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Research last reviewed: 2026-09-28