Percy Aguilar

Cajamarca is one of Peru’s most important coffee growing regions, with the Andes mountains providing ideal conditions for producing exceptional quality. Like much of the coffee growing world, most producers here are what are often referred to as ‘smallholder’ farmers, who own less than five hectares and whose farms are typically family-run.

Percy Aguilar’s farm – Finca El Acerillo – is no exception. Percy inherited the farm from his parents six years ago, and together with his wife they’ve been working on renovating the farm and increasing their quality, with support from Frontera San Ignacio Cooperative of which they are members.