Founded on the 14th of September, 2013, CAPAA (Cooperative Alonso de Alvarado) was established to improve the livelihoods of its members by producing coffee that is high in quality and economically sustainable. Its mission goes beyond the cup — it’s about empowering people and securing the future of coffee.
By engaging new and future generations of producers, CAPAA fosters long-term sustainability across the entire supply chain. Today, the cooperative proudly represents approximately 253 farms, with a notable and inspiring majority — 133 are owned and led by women.
This cooperative isn’t just growing coffee; it’s cultivating progress, inclusion, and a brighter tomorrow — one harvest at a time.
Most farms in Peru are very small, most of which are less than 5 hectares and are family owned. Coffee cooperatives are very popular, as producers unite with a focus on sustainability and better livelihoods for all. Native coffee varietals to Peru are Caturra, Typica and Bourbon.
‘How is Coffee Decaffeinated’. This short video explains it perfectly:
