Coffee grown with respect and in reciprocity with nature
Our understanding of regenerative coffee farming is based on the principle of reciprocity with nature, of sharing and giving back. This philosophy is deeply rooted in the practices of our 400,000 smallholder farmer-owners who grow coffee in five unique regions near the Equator. No two farms are alike, and each has its own combination of crops and plants, but even so, there are common threads.
A typical Pachamama coffee farm is small, maybe a few acres in size, and is a thriving ecosystem brimming with life. Many foods are grown on these lands - bananas, nuts, spices, and cacao - and there is an abundance of birds, bees, insects and worms that nourish the soil. Amongst this diversity Pachamama farmer owners also grow pristine Arabica coffee beans.
Our Namesake- What does Pacha Mama mean?
Pacha Mama means “Mother Earth” in Quechua. She is revered as a goddess of harvest by the indigenous people of the Andes in South America. The philosophy of reciprocity with nature is deeply rooted in the indigenous communities that produce our coffee, specifically among founding farmers at the Cocla cooperative in Cusco, Perú.
What is regenerative agriculture in coffee?
Regenerative agriculture in coffee actively restores soil health, promotes biodiversity, and strengthens climate resilience. At Pachamama farmer-owners have used these time-honored practices for generations to grow highest quality certified organic coffee in rich, fertile soil.
100% CERTIFIED ORGANIC: All Pachamama coffee is certified organic, it is the basis of regenerative agriculture and farming, which is further enhanced by the practices below.
INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE: Most farmer owners are native and indigenous to their regions, using ancestral knowledge to grow coffee and preserve their cultural heritage.
BUILDING SOIL: In organic coffee farming, the pulp from coffee cherries is composted to enrich the soil with nutrients, improve structure, and sequester carbon.
INTERCROPPING: Coffee shrubs are cultivated alongside a wide range of other trees, plants and food crops, creating a vibrant and diverse ecosystem.
BIODIVERSITY: Indigenous practices embrace diverse habitats that are home to an abundance of birds, bees, insects, worms and other wildlife.
SHADE GROWN: Highest quality, flavorful Arabica beans grow best under a layer of shade canopy where they are protected from harsh sunlight.
CLIMATE RESILIENCE: Regenerative practices mitigate negative impacts of extreme weather events as fertile soil preserves water and healthy trees are more resistant.
SOCIOECONOMIC IMPACT: Farmer owners set their own price for coffee. Well-paid farmers thrive, protect their lands, and reinvest in a better harvest every year.
Why Choose Regenerative Organic Coffee?
Choosing Pachamama’s regenerative organic coffee supports a model that empowers smallholder coffee farmers through ownership and governance. This enables them to reinvest in their farms and communities and produce a better harvest year after year.
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Climate resilience – Healthy soil absorbs carbon, helping combat climate change.
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Higher quality beans – Grown in rich, living soil, our coffee is naturally more complex and flavorful.
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Empowered farmers – Direct ownership means farmers earn more, invest in better practices, and build stronger communities.
For generations, Pachamama’s farmers have cultivated coffee as stewards of the land, enriching the soil with regenerative practices and sustaining their communities.
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