Environmental Conditions for Growing Coffee

Environmental Conditions for Growing Coffee ()

  „The equatorial regions at latitudes lower than 10° and altitudes of 3600-6300 feet (Illy, 21).  Frequent rainfall causes almost continuous flowering, which results in two harvesting seasons.  The period of highest rainfall determines the main harvesting period, while the period of least rainfall determines the second harvest season.  Artificial drying with mechanical dryers is performed on coffees grown in this type of culture since rainfall is too frequent for patio drying to occur.  Examples of countries which have this climate are Kenya, Colombia, and Ethiopia (Illy, 21).“

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Coffee @ nationalgeographic.com Coffee @ nationalgeographic.com

  „The tropical Americas, which now enjoy a near monopoly on arabica coffees, have what it takes for peak production: rich soil, reliable rainfall, ideal altitudes between 3,000 and 6,000 feet [900 and 1,800 meters].“

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ICAFE ICAFE

  „In Costa Rica, rainfall, relative humidity and temperature tend to be lower in the higher altitudes, although there are significant differences between the Pacific and Atlantic regions of the country. Altitude influences climate and affects the overall size and hardness of the coffee bean, as well as the quality of the brew, particularly its acidity. In addition, the Arabica variety has special characteristics that produce an aromatic, delicate good-tasting coffee.“

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All About Coffee - National Coffee Association All About Coffee - National Coffee Association

  „Coffee trees produce their best beans when grown at high altitudes in a tropical climate where there is rich volcanic soil. Such conditions are found around the world in locations along the Equatorial zone.Click on the label on the left to learn more.“

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Amor a la Sombra (INeedCoffee.com) Amor a la Sombra (INeedCoffee.com)

  „Tenemos otros postores, algunos de Boston y California. Estos son procesadores a los que tú les vendes normalmente sacándole tu beneficio al precio. Todas sus ofertas son más altas que la tuya, pero menos de lo que pagarían si tú te hubieras llevado tu parte.“

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International Coffee Organization International Coffee Organization

  „Whereas robusta coffee can be grown between sea-level and about 800 metres, arabica does best at higher altitudes and is often grown in hilly areas. As altitude relates to temperature, arabica can be grown at lower levels further from the Equator, until limited by frost. All coffee needs good drainage, but it can grow on soils of different depths, pH and mineral content, given suitable applications of fertilizer.“

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