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Traditional methods of producing coffee have contributed to the continued deforestation of rain forest areas. In the community of Santa Maria de Dota, local farmers have embarked on a sustainable agricultural practice of cultivating shade grown coffee beneath the natural forest canopy. This method, while more expensive than traditional farming practices, allows the rich biodiversity of the rain forest areas to co-exist with agricultural development.

Algonquin College is proud to support this method of coffee production and will partner with local farmers to purchase their coffee for use here at the College and for distribution where Sombra Café products are sold. This type of direct trade partnership will ensure the farmers of Santa Maria de Dota are fairly compensated for their product and will help promote continued development of sustainable agriculture in Costa Rica.

To learn more about Sombra Cafe and its initiative, please visit the various links on this website. This will give you insight into the region of Santa Maria de Dota, as well as the impact that each purchase will make, in terms of environmental impact as well as the impact in the community.

Remember…..together we can make a difference.

Thank you,

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