IVAN JUNQUEIRA RIBEIRO | Brazil | Natural

This coffee comes from Fazenda do Cruzeiro, a large and historically rooted farm managed by Ivan Junqueira Ribeiro in Brazil’s Campo das Vertentes region. Established in 1923, the farm spans over 1000 hectares, with a significant portion dedicated to coffee cultivation across multiple varieties. It is part of the Sancoffee cooperative, which focuses on quality-driven production and building long term relationships between producers and international buyers.


Within this scale, coffees like this are separated as “Farm Select” lots. These are traceable to a single farm and represent a step toward more differentiated quality in a context where production is often associated with volume. This approach allows producers to receive more direct value for quality while maintaining the efficiency that defines Brazilian coffee production.


Harvesting combines manual and mechanical methods, with a focus on collecting ripe cherries.
After harvest, the coffee is processed as a natural. Cherries are spread on patios or drying beds and left to dry intact for around 20 to 25 days, depending on weather conditions. During this time, the fruit slowly dries around the seed, and the coffee is regularly turned to ensure even drying and prevent defects.


The region’s climate, marked by moderate altitudes, fertile soils, and consistent conditions, supports stable production and contributes to the characteristic profile of Brazilian naturals. In Campo das Vertentes, a long agricultural history and established infrastructure shape how coffee is grown and processed.


This lot reflects how large scale farms and cooperatives are engaging with traceability and quality differentiation. By isolating coffees at the farm level and focusing on careful post harvest practices, producers like Ivan Junqueira Ribeiro are contributing to a broader shift toward more distinct and recognized Brazilian coffees.

We paid: 9,14€/kg

ROASTED COST: 10,88€/kg