To acknowledge the outstanding quality in the cup, we have chosen to pay 1593% above the market price for Mariana's coffee. We call it a 'quality bonus' so you know the direct impact your coffee choice has on the farmer. Thank you for being a part of this rewarding journey.
We have laid out all the numbers for you in our Transparency Report.
About Takesi
Our partnership with Takesi is approaching a decade, and we are honoured to roast yet another harvest from Mariana Iturralde’s farm.
She has built a strong team with Juan and Wilson, who practically grew up on the farm. Mariana has embraced them, allowing them to grow within the business.
They excel at maintaining high quality year after year. Their approach is unique within the Bolivian context — marked by strong structure and high working standards, which we believe contribute significantly to the quality.
The distinct varieties and exceptional soil conditions create ideal circumstances for the coffee.
The way the farm is managed, combined with the natural environment, makes it truly unique. You will not have tasted these varieties better anywhere else — and that is what sets it apart.
How much is the farmer paid?
Coffee Collective trades directly with producers, ensuring that the payment goes into the right hands. When you purchase a bag of coffee you will know how much the producer is paid.
Transparency in coffee prices
The graph above shows the difference between the quality bonus and the ICO market price, as well as the Fairtrade price. Neither the market price nor Fairtrade clearly and transparently informs you about how much money actually reaches the farmers.
In contrast, the quality bonus provides you with a market comparison that is transparent.
The orange pillar represents the price that Coffee Collective paid directly to Mariana Iturralde. This is the price we paid above the market price. Therefore, Mariana received $60 per pound for this harvest.