Café Capitán
Organic specialty coffee cooperative supporting sustainable farming.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | investor | €0.0 | round |
* | N/A | Early VC | |
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Café Capitán is an organic specialty coffee cooperative founded in 2017 and officially established on June 29, 2018. It operates from Jaltenango de la Paz in Chiapas, Mexico, within the buffer zone of the El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve, a high-altitude tropical cloud forest ideal for growing high-quality coffee. The cooperative was formed with the primary goal of improving the livelihoods of its small producer members through sustainable coffee production and commercialization while protecting the local environment.
The cooperative model allows farmers to pool resources, access better marketing opportunities, and receive fair prices for their products, fostering community-driven autonomy. Café Capitán is composed of approximately 500 members who cultivate coffee on over 1,500 hectares using organic and agroforestry methods that support the conservation of the biosphere. This includes protecting endangered species like the jaguar and tapir. The cooperative manages production from cultivation to export, ensuring traceability and quality. Their coffee varieties include Bourbon, Arabe, Mundo Novo, and Marcelleza, grown at altitudes between 850 and 1850 meters.
The business generates revenue by selling high-quality, sustainably grown coffee to international buyers and coffee enthusiasts. They have received financial backing, including a revolving credit line from CI Ventures, to cover operating expenses and manage export contracts. The organization holds certifications such as Fairtrade and Mayacert, which validate its commitment to ethical practices and quality. Their products, including special editions like Café Pajuil, Café Jaguar, and Café Tapir, are available through their e-commerce platform.
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