Irpan Muhamad Soleh

"Processor Setyo Prayitno along with Irpan Mohamad Soleh represent a forward-thinking partnership from Pangalengan, West Java. Working alongside PT. Soca Agro Sentosa, they are dedicated to proving that precision farming, structured processing SOPs, and modern agronomic techniques can elevate Pangalengan coffee onto the world stage. Irpan implemented an innovative ""fence planting"" system across newly cultivated land. This high-density planting structure stabilizes yield, maximizes land efficiency, and makes selective cherry harvesting far more manageable. Working with a lot composed of Ateng and Catimor, the trees thrive in mineral-rich volcanic soil under a cool, foggy mountain microclimate.
To prepare their entry for Cup of Excellence 2026, Setyo executed a controlled Natural Anaerobic process utilizing Pichia yeast. Navigating unpredictable mountain weather required discipline, where strict fermentation SOPs were maintained at every step to unlock optimum sweetness, vibrant fruit notes, and clarity.
Their shared vision extends far beyond a single harvest. Irpan and Setyo are deeply committed to mentoring local farmer groups in Pangalengan, demonstrating through tangible results that their region can compete at the highest global levels while inspiring the next generation to sustain agricultural excellence."

“By combining structured hedgerow farming with strict processing protocols, we prove to our community that Pangalengan coffee can stand with confidence on the global stage”