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Brazil · Campo das Vertentes
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Paulo Afonso de Resende
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Fazenda Santa Clara
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Paulo Afonso de Resende
Paulo Afonso de Resende is a Brazilian coffee producer who operates Fazenda Santa Clara in the Campo das Vertentes region of Minas Gerais. After a long career as a mechanical engineer in Belo Horizonte, he purchased the farm in 1993 to continue the legacy of his grandfather. He manages the property with his family and is recognized for his focus on infrastructure improvements and employee working conditions. His background in engineering heavily influences his approach to farm management, emphasizing process organization and resource efficiency.
Farm: Fazenda Santa Clara →History
Paulo Afonso de Resende began his journey in coffee production in 1993 when he planted his first coffee trees in the state of Minas Gerais. Prior to this, he worked as an engineer in Belo Horizonte.
Published coffees linked to Paulo Afonso de Resende
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Research last reviewed: 2026-10-10