Farmers Support Services

Farmers Support Services by Kummul Coffee

Kummul Coffee, through its Farmers Extension Services Management arm, provides comprehensive support services to its cherries and parchment farmers and suppliers in Papua New Guinea. These services are designed to improve the quality of coffee, enhance farming practices, and ensure the well-being of the farmers and their communities.

Agricultural Training and Education

  • Best Practices Workshops: Regular workshops on sustainable farming practices, pest management, and soil health.
  • Technical Assistance: On-site guidance from agronomists and coffee experts to optimize crop yields and quality.

Input Supplies

  • Provision of Fertilizers and Pesticides: Supplying necessary inputs to ensure healthy crop growth.
  • Access to Quality Seeds and Seedlings: Distributing high-quality, disease-resistant coffee plants.

Financial Support and Services

  • Microfinancing and Loans: Offering financial products to help farmers invest in their operations.
  • Fair Payment Systems: Ensuring timely and fair payments for cherries and parchment supplied.

Infrastructure Development

  • Improved Drying Facilities: Building and maintaining centralized drying stations to enhance post-harvest processing.
  • Transportation Support: Providing logistics assistance to transport coffee from farms to processing centers.

Social and Community Development

  • Health and Education Initiatives: Funding and supporting local health clinics, schools, and educational programs.
  • Water and Sanitation Projects: Implementing clean water supply and sanitation systems in farming communities.

Quality Control and Certification Assistance

  • Training for Certification: Helping farmers achieve organic, Fair Trade, and other certifications.
  • Quality Assurance Programs: Regular monitoring and testing to maintain high-quality standards.

By offering these support services, Kummul Coffee aims to empower its farmers, improve coffee quality, and contribute to the sustainable development of coffee-growing communities in Papua New Guinea.