Irene Njagi and Nelson Muchiri
Irene Njagi and Nelson Muchiri are the husband-and-wife team who operate Kanelite Estate, a coffee farm located in Embu County on the eastern slopes of Mt. Kenya. They are dedicated to producing high-quality specialty coffee while prioritizing the well-being of their farm workers and the local community.
Farm: Kanelite Estate →History
The estate is situated in the Embu region of Kenya, an area recognized for its favorable coffee-growing conditions. The producers have focused their efforts on quality processing and community development, which has led to partnerships with specialty roasters like Counter Culture Coffee.
The farmer's day, in pictures
Editorial illustrations of the harvest and farm work our research documented — anonymous figures, never real likenesses.
Coffees by Irene Njagi and Nelson Muchiri