Variety: Arara
Process: Anerobic Natural
Drying: Static
Farm: Fazenda Cetec
Producer: Marcio Custodio
Elevation: 920 - 940 MASL
Region: Campo das Vertentes, Sul de Minas
Origin: Brazil
Notes: White Nectarine, Brazil Nut, Molasses
 
Fazenda CETEC is the realization of a lifelong dream rooted in resilience and education. Brothers Márcio Custódio and Izonel Junior grew up in a humble family, working as coffee pickers on other farms before pursuing higher education. Their dedication led them to become university professors and, later, founders of CETEC, a technical school in Minas Gerais that has trained over 5,000 young people in need.
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They purchased a small farm originally for cattle. After Izonel’s passing, Márcio considered selling it but instead chose to honor their shared dream of a coffee farm. With his nephew, Heitor Botelho, he transformed the land into Fazenda CETEC, carrying forward their legacy of knowledge and opportunity.
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Committed to ethical labor, the farm ensures children are in school, not working. Sustainability is at its core, with reforestation efforts, water conservation, and eco-friendly farming practices like Brachiaria grass intercropping to enrich the soil naturally.
Blending tradition, innovation, and social impact, Fazenda CETEC produces exceptional specialty coffee while uplifting its community. Today, it stands as a symbol of perseverance, education, and a deep respect for both people and the land.