Peru Coffee Farms
JUMARP Cooperative - Amazonas Andes
Coffee Overview
Peru is the ninth largest coffee producer in the world and the third largest in South America. Most of Peru's coffee farms are less than 2-3 hectares in size and are spread across three main growing areas—typically defined as North (Amazonas, Cajamarca, San Martín), Central (Junín), and South (Cusco, Ayacucho, and Puno).
The Amazonas region in northern Peru represents some of the country's finest coffee production, where smallholder farmers work in harmony with the unique Selva Alta microclimate—a dense, humid forest ecosystem that creates ideal conditions for exceptional specialty coffee.
Coffee Profile & Specifications
Peruvian coffee from the Amazonas region offers a distinctive flavor profile that reflects the unique Selva Alta microclimate and traditional processing methods. The combination of high altitude, dense forest ecosystem, and careful cultivation creates coffee with exceptional clarity and complexity.
Smooth Body
Chocolate, Passionfruit
Traditional Method
EP (European Preparation)
Bourbon, Catimor
Organic
Selva Alta Microclimate
The farms are situated in the unique "Selva Alta" microclimate, a specific type of dense, humid forest ecosystem found in Peru and Mexico. This environment at elevations ranging from 1,300 to 1,800 meters above sea level creates ideal conditions for slow cherry development and complex flavor formation.
The Amazonas Andes provide rich, fertile soils and consistent rainfall patterns that contribute to the coffee's distinctive characteristics, including notes of passionfruit, guava, nectarine, and butterscotch.
Small Farm Excellence
Most farms are less than 2-3 hectares in size, allowing for careful attention to quality at every stage. This small-scale approach ensures that farmers can maintain the high standards necessary for specialty coffee production while preserving traditional methods.
JUMARP Cooperative Story
JUMARP, or La Asociación de Productores Cafetaleros Juan Marco "El Palto," brings together farmers from the El Palto area in the Yamón district of the Utcubamba province, located in the Amazonas region of northern Peru.
Foundation - 2003
Founded by José Carranza Barboza and 35 smallholder farmers with the vision of creating a new model for growing and exporting coffee, including a robust program for quality enhancement.
Recognition of Unity
Over decades since coffee production began in the 1950s, founding members recognized the strength in unity for commercializing their coffee and pursued sustainable production harmonizing with native forest.
Sustainable Transition
Moving away from heavy reliance on agro-chemicals used since the 1950s, JUMARP embraced sustainable coffee production that works in harmony with the native forest ecosystem.
Current Success
Today, JUMARP comprises 350 members and is managed by a team of 12 individuals, providing comprehensive support services and maintaining strict quality standards.
Chemical-Free Decaf Excellence
JUMARP also produces exceptional decaffeinated coffee using chemical-free processes, maintaining the same quality standards and flavor characteristics as their regular offerings. This provides coffee lovers with a premium decaf option that doesn't compromise on taste or sustainability.
Cooperative Impact & Member Support
JUMARP demonstrates the power of cooperative farming in Peru, providing comprehensive support that goes far beyond coffee production. The cooperative's holistic approach ensures both exceptional coffee quality and improved livelihoods for all members.
Women's Leadership
40 women among the current members are represented on the El Palto Coop Board of Directors, ensuring equal participation in decision-making and leadership roles.
Social Support Services
Members benefit from personalized technical assistance and social support, including healthcare credits and funeral services for comprehensive community care.
Market Access
The cooperative provides coffee marketing services for both national and international markets, adhering to strict quality standards with FTO certification.
Democratic Knowledge
JUMARP prioritizes channeling market knowledge to producers, enabling them to make informed and participatory choices in democratic decision-making processes.
Mission & Values
The cooperative's mission is to increase production and profitability in specialty coffee to increase each member family's income. This goal drives all of their activities, from technical assistance to quality control and market development.
These values are reflected in their exceptional coffee, which features complex notes of passionfruit, guava, nectarine, and butterscotch—a testament to both the unique terroir and careful cultivation practices.
Quality Enhancement Program
JUMARP's robust quality enhancement program ensures that every batch meets the highest standards. From cultivation through processing, the cooperative maintains strict protocols that have earned them recognition in specialty coffee markets worldwide.
Sustainable Forest Harmony
The transition from chemical-dependent farming to sustainable practices represents JUMARP's commitment to environmental stewardship. By working in harmony with the native forest, farmers preserve biodiversity while producing exceptional coffee.
This approach not only protects the unique Selva Alta ecosystem but also ensures long-term sustainability for future generations of coffee farmers in the region.
Peru's Coffee Regions
Peru's diverse geography creates distinct coffee-growing regions, each with unique characteristics:
- North (Amazonas, Cajamarca, San Martín): High altitude production with complex flavor profiles and forest ecosystems
- Central (Junín): Traditional growing areas with consistent quality and established processing methods
- South (Cusco, Ayacucho, Puno): High-altitude regions producing coffee with distinctive characteristics
The Amazonas region, where JUMARP operates, represents the finest expression of northern Peruvian coffee—combining optimal altitude, unique microclimate, and sustainable farming practices to create truly exceptional specialty coffee that honors both tradition and innovation.
Experience Peruvian Coffee Excellence
Discover the unique flavors of Amazonas coffee and chemical-free decaf. Every cup supports 350 farming families and sustainable forest conservation in the Peruvian Andes.
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