COMUNIDADES INDÍGENAS DE LA REGIÓN DE SIMOJOVEL DE ALLENDE CIRSA S.S.S Chiapas, Mexico
We are a sustainable organization made up of small indigenous peasant producers located in the Simojovel de Allende Region: we produce organic and value-added products. We do fair trade in domestic and international markets, providing transparency to members, allies and customers and improving the living standards of members' families. All this takes place in harmony with environmental preservation.
Our Story
In the decade that ran from 1979 to 1989, people started to ponder and question the fact that local bosses maintained land monopoly and controlled production and economic power. In 1989, a group of catechists began encouraging and raising awareness among small producers so that they get organized to perform different processes. In September 1992, CIRSA (Indigenous Communities of the Simojovel de Allende Region) was legally constituted with 359 members from 12 communities. In 1993, a plot of land was purchased in the municipality of Simojovel de Allende to build offices and warehouses
Projects and Impacts
50% of producers received pulpers to improve coffee quality. A plant was built and equipped with coffee processing machines to add product value. Agronomic management in a timely manner. Profits are equitably distributed to families. We use organic methods. Agrochemicals are excluded.
Product Highlights
High-altitude coffee, grown at 1500 masl (4921 fasl). 100% organic production. Varieties: Arabica, Typica (Mondo Novo, Bourbon, Caturra), as well as Catimor coffees (geisha, Costa Rica 95 and Aztec gold). Certifications: Organic certifications: USDA NOP (USA) ( CANADA), SADER-LOOA (Mexico) and Europe. Fair Trade Certifications: SPP Global and Flocert 389 Producer Members 31 Communities 3,112 Individuals involved
