Meet Don Rufino

(he's our seventh partner-farmer)

Meet Don Rufino. He grew your coffee. From El Pedernal, Honduras. Serving in several community service organizations, she is a leader within her region. Ana sets an example for other women that they, too, deserve an equal role in coffee-producing communities.

Farmer Profile

Country

Honduras

Region:

La Paz

Village:

El Pedernal

Municipality:

San José

Age:

42

Civil Status:

Married

Family:

She and her husband have 3 children.

Education:

6th grade

Favorite Food:

Sopa de Res (Beef Soup)

Interests:

Spending time with her family when she's not serving in one of her leadership roles. One of Ana's personal hobby is making jewely, even out of coffee beans!

Years Producing Coffee:

26

Farm Size:

5.17 acres (2.09 hectare)

Farm Elevation:

4,593 feet (1,400 meters)

Coffee Challenges:

Labor shortages, Coffee Leaf Rust (Roya), Broca, Low prices, Erratic Weather

Community Challenges:

Lack of access to quality healthcare

Memorable Quote:

"Honestly? My biggest problem is how low the price was this year. If the price of coffee were better I could solve all other problems on my farm."

Ana would love for you to drink her coffee.

Want to try some?

Meet our other Partner-Farmers

ROSA LLOCLLA

Meet Rosa from San Ignacio, Peru. She grew your coffee. Learn more about her story.

Emiliano Vilchez

Meet Emiliano from Otuccho, Peru. He grew your coffee. Learn more about his story.

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