Altitude: 1750 masl
Varieties: Ruiru11 & SL28
Process: Washed
Producer: Daniel Kimani Ngumi
Farm: Kiamcora Estate
Context
Kiambu county has deep red volcanic soils, rich in organic matter and perfect for coffee farming. Daniel makes the most of this. His farm is planted with a mix of “traditional” SL28 coffee trees, and Ruiru 11. They soon became the go-to trees for many growers in Kenya due to their deep root structure, which allows them to maximize scarce water resources and flourish even without irrigation.
Daniel receives regular training from Sucafina in Good Agricultural Practices, including fertilizer application, pruning guidance and renovation advice, which helps him to keep his small farm in optimal condition. His years of working with Sucafina has enabled him to improve yields and quality, and he looks forward to his hard work paying off by creating new relationships with roasters.
