Description
Rwanda
Rwanda’s coffee production history dates back to the early 1900s. The Belgian colonial empire forced farmers to plant coffee trees, but Rwandan farmers did not have the proper infrastructure. As a result quality was very poor and exports were limited. Eventually, after the repairs and relief efforts from the genocide that rocked the country, Rwandan farmers were able to focus on producing higher quality coffee as trade barriers and restrictions were lifted. Internationally funded programs such as PEARL trained young Rwandans in the art of coffee cultivation, and quality has skyrocketed since.
About the Farm
Located in the Western Province of Rwandan near the shores of lake Kivu, lies the Muhari C.W.S washing station. Sitting between
1800 masl and 2200 masl, this mill is roughly 10 hectares and employs about 200 people daily. The owner of the mill has been
running it the last 6 years and starts with planting a nursery of coffee trees within a green house for optimal quality and when
ready, the plants will be transported and planted. Twayigize is the manager and takes care of controlling, organizing and
monitoring all activities to maximize efficiency and quality.
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