Finca La Palma
Finca La Palma was inherited by Nito Arbey from his father. He assisted his father with all day-to-day farm activities and negotiated the best prices for their coffee, eventually settling on the cooperative Café Andino in Bruselas. It was during his tenure with this cooperative that Nito delved into the world of specialty coffee. With 25 years of experience in the coffee industry, Nito gradually assumed more responsibilities as his father aged, taking full control of farm management seven years ago.
The face behind this coffee, Nito.
This transition included enhancing care for his coffee trees and refining post-harvest processes, as well as initiating direct deliveries to Caravela. Since partnering with them, Nito has earned higher premiums, consistently achieving AA grade for his coffee. Recently, after seven years, he successfully produced his first Microlots.
An ideal location
For Nito Arbey, Finca La Palma holds sentimental value not only as his father’s legacy but also due to its prime location and optimal soil conditions. Being able to ensure great quality through terroir while retaining his family’s farm means a great deal to Nito. Through diligent effort, he has cultivated exceptional coffee on his plot.
Nito in the drying area.
A family affair
Today, Nito Arbey collaborates with his wife Ana Edith. She meticulously tracks and records all farm data and details for each lot produced and delivered. Ana Edith also oversees the post-harvest process, while Nito focuses on tree care and pruning. What fills him with pride about producing specialty coffee is the ability to command better prices, which has enabled continual improvement in coffee quality.
