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Minas Gerais, Matas de Minas Region
Minas Gerais is the largest coffee-growing state in Brazil, accounting for about 55% of Brazil's total production. Apart from most of the African producers who usually have only a few hectares, the typical Brazilian farms range anywhere from 10 to 100 hectares.
Matas de Minas Region is a renowned coffee-growing region in southeastern Brazil, located in the state of Minas Gerais near the borders of Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo. Known for its mountainous terrain and ideal climate, the region produces some of the country’s finest specialty coffees. The rich soils and high altitudes contribute to the beans' unique flavour profiles, which are often characterised by bright acidity, balanced sweetness, and complex aromas.
Coocafé & Tamanduá
Coocafé Cooperative brings 45 years of rich heritage in coffee production, serving the Brazilian market with over 10,000 farmers. Their consistent, high- quality coffee, meets even the highest demands year-round. Apart frol h that, Coocafé supports 9 social and environmental projects that have impacted more than 6,000 people.
Additionally, it has built the first industrial Net Zero unit in South America, a company that aims to lower CO2 emissions by coffee producers.
The name Tamanduá was chosen in honor of the giant. ant -eater, a typical animal of the local fauna and a symbol of resistance and adaptation.