Kirinyaga- Top bidder of Kenya 2024
Altitude: 1900M
Processing: K72 Washed
Variet: Sl28,SL34
Flavor Note: Ume jam, jasmine, strawberry, tomato, juice flavor
About the Region: Kirinyaga County is one of Kenya’s smallest but most renowned coffee regions, neighboring Nyeri County. Known for its rich, fruity flavors, Kirinyaga coffee is consistently celebrated globally. Kenya’s coffee system relies on cooperatives. The Karimikui processing station, managed by Rungeto FCS, has 1,400 farmer members. Each farmer harvests around 500kg of cherries annually, producing about 1.3 exportable bags of green coffee. Rungeto FCS also oversees Kii and Kiangoi factories. Though Kenyan coffee fetches high prices, farmers receive limited income after deductions for various costs. However, Kirinyaga consistently achieves high-quality output, with smallholders owning just a few hundred trees. Kenya’s meticulous processing methods, including washing and soaking with fresh river water, ensure exceptionally clean coffee, ideal for specialty roasters.
Altitude: 1900M
Processing: K72 Washed
Variet: Sl28,SL34
Flavor Note: Ume jam, jasmine, strawberry, tomato, juice flavor
About the Region: Kirinyaga County is one of Kenya’s smallest but most renowned coffee regions, neighboring Nyeri County. Known for its rich, fruity flavors, Kirinyaga coffee is consistently celebrated globally. Kenya’s coffee system relies on cooperatives. The Karimikui processing station, managed by Rungeto FCS, has 1,400 farmer members. Each farmer harvests around 500kg of cherries annually, producing about 1.3 exportable bags of green coffee. Rungeto FCS also oversees Kii and Kiangoi factories. Though Kenyan coffee fetches high prices, farmers receive limited income after deductions for various costs. However, Kirinyaga consistently achieves high-quality output, with smallholders owning just a few hundred trees. Kenya’s meticulous processing methods, including washing and soaking with fresh river water, ensure exceptionally clean coffee, ideal for specialty roasters.
Altitude: 1900M
Processing: K72 Washed
Variet: Sl28,SL34
Flavor Note: Ume jam, jasmine, strawberry, tomato, juice flavor
About the Region: Kirinyaga County is one of Kenya’s smallest but most renowned coffee regions, neighboring Nyeri County. Known for its rich, fruity flavors, Kirinyaga coffee is consistently celebrated globally. Kenya’s coffee system relies on cooperatives. The Karimikui processing station, managed by Rungeto FCS, has 1,400 farmer members. Each farmer harvests around 500kg of cherries annually, producing about 1.3 exportable bags of green coffee. Rungeto FCS also oversees Kii and Kiangoi factories. Though Kenyan coffee fetches high prices, farmers receive limited income after deductions for various costs. However, Kirinyaga consistently achieves high-quality output, with smallholders owning just a few hundred trees. Kenya’s meticulous processing methods, including washing and soaking with fresh river water, ensure exceptionally clean coffee, ideal for specialty roasters.