Mundayo - Natural Ethiopia

About This Coffee

Farmers in this region have farmed coffee for generations upon generations. They are true specialists. Farming methods in West Arsi remain largely traditional. West Arsi farmers typically intercrop their coffee plants with other food crops. This method is common among smallholders because it maximizes land use and provides food for their families. In addition to remaining traditionally intercropped, most farms are also organic-by-default. Farmers in West Arsi typically use very few — if any — fertilizers or pesticides. Most farm work is done manually and very few tasks are mechanized, even during processing. Since farms are small, most work is done by the family. Farmers selectively handpick ripe red cherry and deliver it to AASH washing station. At the station, cherry is visually hand sorted to remove any defects and laid to dry on raised beds. Cherry is raked frequently to ensure even drying. It takes approximately 20 to 25 days for cherry to dry.