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C.A.F.E. Practices – Coffee and Farmer Equity Practices

C.A.F.E. Practices (Coffee and Farmer Equity Practices) is one of the world’s most recognized sustainable coffee sourcing programs. Developed to promote responsible practices in coffee production, the program assesses economic, social, and environmental criteria throughout the supply chain.

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    C.A.F.E. Practices – Coffee and Farmer Equity Practices

    About the standard

    Through a comprehensive approach, C.A.F.E. Practices seeks to encourage the continuous improvement of agricultural operations, strengthen supply chain traceability, and support practices that contribute to the sustainability of the coffee sector.
    The program includes requirements related to supply chain transparency, legal compliance, social responsibility, working conditions, environmental conservation, biodiversity protection, and the efficient management of coffee-producing farms. Its implementation helps add value to operations and demonstrate organizations’ commitment to more sustainable and responsible production.

    Who can obtain C.A.F.E. Practices Verification?

    The C.A.F.E. Practices program is available to different participants in the coffee supply chain, including:

    • Small, medium, and large coffee producers;

    • Producer groups;

    • Coffee grower cooperatives and associations;

    • Farms and agricultural production units;

    • Processors, exporters, and other organizations involved in the coffee supply chain.

    Benefits of the C.A.F.E. Practices Program

    Participants must meet the requirements established by the program, which cover aspects related to production quality, social responsibility, environmental management, traceability, and continuous process improvement. Participation in the program can provide several benefits, such as:

    • Strengthening sustainability practices in coffee production;

    • Greater transparency and traceability throughout the supply chain;

    • Encouraging continuous improvement in farm management;

    • Promoting appropriate working conditions and respect for workers’ rights;

    • Conservation of natural resources and biodiversity;

    • Recognition of good practices adopted throughout the supply chain.

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