Reviving DRC's 90+ point specialty coffee for premium global markets
43.8% committed amount
A comprehensive project to revive DRC's premium coffee industry in North and South Kivu. The project includes rehabilitation of 10,000 hectares of coffee plantations, establishment of washing stations, quality control labs, and direct trade relationships with specialty roasters in the US, Europe, and Japan. DRC coffee scored 90+ points in international cupping competitions, commanding premium prices of $8-15/kg vs $3-4/kg for commodity grade.
DRC coffee scores 90+ in international competitions
Premium prices 3-4x commodity grade
10,000 hectares of existing plantations to rehabilitate
Direct trade with US and European roasters
Fair trade and organic certification pathway
Security situation in eastern DRC
Climate change affecting yields
Transportation infrastructure
Price volatility in coffee markets
Quality consistency challenges
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