28/08/2026
5 TIPS FOR COFFEE FARMERS
1.Planting & Cultural Practice: Shading
In the Philippines, many farmers use -traditional intercropping
Plant coffee under banana trees, coconut, or madre de cacao.
It gives natural shade + extra income. This is how our ancestors farmed.
2.Soil & Fertilizer
- Coffee loves rich, well-drained soil. Add organic compost from farm waste.
- First fertilizer: 3 months after planting
- Second: Before flowering season
- Cultural practice: Some Cordillera farmers still use chicken manure + rice hull. Natural and free.
3.Pruning & W**ding
- Prune every year after harvest to let sunlight in
- W**d 3-4x a year. Don’t use too much chemical.
- Traditional way: Hand-weed to protect the roots and soil life.
4.Harvesting: Pick Only Ripe Cherries
- Wait until cherries are deep red. That’s "selective picking"
- It takes longer but quality = higher price
- Cultural practice: Whole family helps during harvest season. It’s a community event.
5.Post-Harvest: Process Right**
- Wet process: Wash and ferment for 12-24 hours = cleaner taste
- Dry process: Sun-dry on patios for 2-3 weeks = sweeter, fuller body
- Tip: Don’t sell fresh. Dry it properly = 2x-3x the price.