El Angel

Carlos Alfredo Mendez Florez Cabezas

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Soil Type: Volcanic
Average Temperature: 20°C
Average Annual Rainfall: 2,000 mm
Shade Type: Native Inga trees
Shade Density: 50%

Flora and Fauna on the Farm: Pepeto trees, avocado trees, mandarin trees, banana plants, walnut trees, armadillos, magpies, agoutis (cotuzas), and other bird species.
Fertilization Methods: Soil nutrition and foliar nutrition.
Herbicide Application: Once per year.
Environmental Conservation Practices: Yes.
Processing Method: Cajueleado (Natural Process).

Description of the Owners:

We are a second-generation coffee-producing family. We run social assistance programs, including dental care support for children in the local community and school supply donation programs for children in the area.

History of the Farm:

The farm is located in the Apaneca–Ilamatepec region (Ataco), where approximately 70 people work. We named it “El Ángel” in honor of one of our daughters.

Awards Received:

7th Place in the 2026 Cup of Excellence competition in the Natural Process category.
Certifications
None.