Three years ago, farmers in the village of Tuguwai (Paniai district) planted their first coffee plant seeds. Their efforts have proven successful, as the plants are now beginning to yield fruit. However, in order to actually start harvesting the coffee cherries, additional resources are needed.
Support starting coffee farmers in Paniai.
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Three years ago, farmers in the village of Tuguwai (Paniai district) planted their first coffee plant seeds. Their efforts have proven successful, as the plants are now beginning to yield fruit. However, in order to actually start harvesting the coffee cherries, additional resources are needed.
The novice coffee farmers in Tuguwai have come together under the Ayago Farmers Group. This cooperative is overseen by three management members who assist local farmers with financial matters and planning. Recently, Chairman Pak Agus reached out to Hapin, inquiring whether we would be interested in supporting these coffee farmers.
Prior to the actual marketing of the coffee, several crucial tasks must be addressed. Firstly, a greenhouse is required, or a structure where the coffee cherries can undergo the drying process. Additionally, machines are necessary for peeling the berries to extract the beans that can later be ground into coffee. The entire journey from plant to coffee is a collaborative effort within the Tuguwai community, ensuring that the tasks are shared, and everyone reaps the benefits of the proceeds. Presently, there are 25 families actively participating in the coffee project.
apin offers financial assistance for acquiring machines and materials needed for the greenhouse. Additionally, we will bear the expenses associated with transporting all essential items from the city to the remote Paniai region.
Would you be willing to help? Contributions can be made through the website or via bank transfer to NL37RABO0444072470, specifying Hapin with the reference ‘coffee project.’
