by andrew | Aug 27, 2017 | associations, competitions, events, origin
The first Festival Kafe Timor in 2016 brought together thousands of smallholder farmers, baristas, and roasters from across Timor-Leste to participate in educational activities and the celebration of national coffee culture. It was a positive experience for the...
by andrew | Dec 8, 2016 | associations, competitions, events, origin, quality
Smallholder farmers cultivating Timor-Leste’s signature heirloom coffee variety led the field in the country’s inaugural national cup quality contest. The competition ran from November 28 – December 3rd in conjunction with Festival Kafe Timor, a weeklong...
by andrew | Sep 30, 2016 | associations, industry, origin
Just in time for this year’s International Coffee Day, Timor-Leste has formed its first coffee industry association, which promises to be a historic first step toward revitalization of the country’s coffee industry. You’ve likely heard of Timor-Leste...
