Farmer Profile
Country
Honduras
Region:
La Paz
Village:
La Laguna
Municipality:
San José
Age:
42
Civil Status:
Single
Family:
She has four children, ages 20, 21, 23 and 25.
Education:
High school graduate
Favorite Food:
Sopa de Mondongo
Interests:
Elsy takes numerous professional courses in order to continue her education.
Years Producing Coffee:
30
Farm Size:
5.17 acres (2.09 hectares)
Farm Elevation:
4,757 feet (1,450 meters)
Coffee Challenges:
Labor shortages, Roya, Low prices, Erratic Weather
Community Challenges:
Lack of employment
Memorable Quote:
"Our youth need to learn to work. That's how we do things here. Everyone is on the farm. That's our job, as a family. And that's where you'll find us if you visit during the harvest."
Elsy would love for you to drink her coffee.
Want to try some?
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