Honduras - Maria Zelaya
Farm: Mini Granja Dilma
Region: Marcala
Elevation: 1540 meters
Cultivar: Catuai
Process: Natural
Notes: Pineapple, Fruit Punch, Red Wine, Guava
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Maria grew up in Tegucigalpa, the capital city of Honduras, far removed from the world of coffee. Her journey into the industry began when she met Juan Adolfo Bautista at university. After they married they moved to the mountains, where Juan inherited a hectare of land from his father. Over the years, their coffee business prospered while their property has expanded to 48.8 hectares. In the early years of the farm Maria’s focus was mainly set on caring for her growing family.
Maria's involvement deepened when she attended a meeting for women producers hosted by the COMSA cooperative, sparking her passion. Inspired, she established Finca Mini Granja Dilma in 2016. Named after her mother-in-law Dilma, who taught her the intricacies of farming, the finca is not just about coffee; they also cultivate various vegetables and raise chickens, pigs, and cows. Maria became a prominent voice among women producers, encouraging them to take charge of their roles beyond just being wives.
Today, Juan Adolfo and María Dolores lead a coffee-centered company, Mini Granja Dilma, where each family member plays a crucial role. They've successfully marketed their coffee internationally, leveraging technology and research to enhance quality. Together with their son Byran, they've transformed their farm into a hub for high-end microlots, with Byran pioneering anaerobic and extended fermentation methods.
Despite labor challenges, they remain committed to farm improvements, renovating with new varieties and expanding their solar drying capabilities.
Farm: Mini Granja Dilma
Region: Marcala
Elevation: 1540 meters
Cultivar: Catuai
Process: Natural
Notes: Pineapple, Fruit Punch, Red Wine, Guava
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Maria grew up in Tegucigalpa, the capital city of Honduras, far removed from the world of coffee. Her journey into the industry began when she met Juan Adolfo Bautista at university. After they married they moved to the mountains, where Juan inherited a hectare of land from his father. Over the years, their coffee business prospered while their property has expanded to 48.8 hectares. In the early years of the farm Maria’s focus was mainly set on caring for her growing family.
Maria's involvement deepened when she attended a meeting for women producers hosted by the COMSA cooperative, sparking her passion. Inspired, she established Finca Mini Granja Dilma in 2016. Named after her mother-in-law Dilma, who taught her the intricacies of farming, the finca is not just about coffee; they also cultivate various vegetables and raise chickens, pigs, and cows. Maria became a prominent voice among women producers, encouraging them to take charge of their roles beyond just being wives.
Today, Juan Adolfo and María Dolores lead a coffee-centered company, Mini Granja Dilma, where each family member plays a crucial role. They've successfully marketed their coffee internationally, leveraging technology and research to enhance quality. Together with their son Byran, they've transformed their farm into a hub for high-end microlots, with Byran pioneering anaerobic and extended fermentation methods.
Despite labor challenges, they remain committed to farm improvements, renovating with new varieties and expanding their solar drying capabilities.
Farm: Mini Granja Dilma
Region: Marcala
Elevation: 1540 meters
Cultivar: Catuai
Process: Natural
Notes: Pineapple, Fruit Punch, Red Wine, Guava
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Maria grew up in Tegucigalpa, the capital city of Honduras, far removed from the world of coffee. Her journey into the industry began when she met Juan Adolfo Bautista at university. After they married they moved to the mountains, where Juan inherited a hectare of land from his father. Over the years, their coffee business prospered while their property has expanded to 48.8 hectares. In the early years of the farm Maria’s focus was mainly set on caring for her growing family.
Maria's involvement deepened when she attended a meeting for women producers hosted by the COMSA cooperative, sparking her passion. Inspired, she established Finca Mini Granja Dilma in 2016. Named after her mother-in-law Dilma, who taught her the intricacies of farming, the finca is not just about coffee; they also cultivate various vegetables and raise chickens, pigs, and cows. Maria became a prominent voice among women producers, encouraging them to take charge of their roles beyond just being wives.
Today, Juan Adolfo and María Dolores lead a coffee-centered company, Mini Granja Dilma, where each family member plays a crucial role. They've successfully marketed their coffee internationally, leveraging technology and research to enhance quality. Together with their son Byran, they've transformed their farm into a hub for high-end microlots, with Byran pioneering anaerobic and extended fermentation methods.
Despite labor challenges, they remain committed to farm improvements, renovating with new varieties and expanding their solar drying capabilities.