Guji Uraga G1 | JARC varieties Natural

TASTES LIKE strawberry, jasmine tea, grapes
ROAST Medium Light Roast, Filter

COUNTRY Ethiopia
REGION Guji, Uraga
WASH STATION Uraga Washing Station
PROCESS Natural
VARIETY JARC varieties
ALTITUDE 1925-1945 Meter

Farming methods in the region remain largely traditional. Guji 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 Guji typically use very few — if any — fertilizers or pesticides. Most farm work is done manually by the immediate family. 

To capitalize on the magnificent climate, Uraga washing station provides training to help farmers produce better quality cherry. Training focuses on procedures for harvesting and transporting cherry.