Description
– Democratic Republic of Congo’s conflicts since 1996 affect Congo Kivu Arabica Coffee availability.
– Congo Kivu coffee has earthy aroma, cocoa, and orchard fruit flavors, roasted to full-medium depth.
– Kivu region near Lake Kivu boasts fertile soil and high altitudes ideal for Arabica coffee cultivation.
– Collaboration between coffee farmers, Farm Africa, and Virunga National Park promotes specialty coffee growth for peace.
– Organized into cooperatives and washing stations, farmers benefit from support in production and marketing, reducing pressure on the park and enhancing conservation efforts.