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coffee farms
J.J. BORJA NATHAN ESTATE COFFEE FARMS
All our farms are located in the Apaneca-Ilamatepec mountain range, which is known for its volcanic origin and ideal soil for coffee cultivation. All of our efforts are geared towards the well-being of our plantations and their environment, with a yearly cycle of cleaning, maintenance, fertilization, and certification in all our estates.
coffee plantations
We specialize in preparing fine coffees for export, including Gourmet Coffees, SHG PLUS, Boutique Specialties, Generic, HG Coffees, and Netter. Our coffees are cultivated under the shadow of native trees that we have maintained and safeguarded for years. We also use the shade of Inga variety that also serves as nitrogen fixators to enrich the soil. We maintain a coffee plant/local fauna ratio that ensures its preservation, this also makes our estates a vital source of oxygen and water recharge area maintaining a safe habitat for local biodiversity.
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Coffee Nursery
This is where the future of our first-class coffee begins, we carefully select cherries for seedling propagation, the seeds are hand-picked and planted in a blend of special soils that we prepare and cover with a blackout screen for shade and moisture retention, we control the variables until they germinate and the baby plants are transferred to our nursery where they are taken care of between 10 to 12 months. On each stage, they are carefully provided with proper nutrients. When they reach their optimal size of root and vegetative system we carefully introduce them into our estates according to renovation plans or new areas to develop. At this stage, they are strong resilient plants that will successfully cope with the different conditions of our estates.
Agua Caliente
Coffee farm located on geothermal fields and water deposits, which naturally fertilize the sub-soils with minerals. Moreover, because of its proximity to ausoles and fumaroles, these same minerals are misted into the air benefiting the plant directly.
San Antonio
In 2005, the Ilamatepec volcano erupted releasing lots of ash into the air, which covered the surface of the farm with a layer of 10 centimeters, the rain came and the mix created sulfuric acid that completely burned the plantations, however it rejuvenated and replenished the soils with minerals and very valuable nutrients. This farm was completed renovated with our own ABM variety and Anacafe 14. The farm is sheltered by luscious mountain forest that combined with morning mist it creates one of the best microclimates to grow the best coffee.
Monterrey
Located at 1,450 MASL, Monterrey enjoys 100% fertile, humid soils thanks to the underground aquifer reservoirs. The moist soil, accompanied by constant winds, create a climate of low temperatures ideal for the growth of quality coffee.
Copinula
Surrounded by high mountains, receiving a privileged type of indirect sunlight that combined with its high altitude and a flowing river it creates a cool microclimateideal for agricultural activities. We boast impressive Ceiba trees, some as half a century old scattered around the estate.
Agua Caliente
Coffee farm located on geothermal fields and water deposits, which naturally fertilize the sub-soils with minerals. Moreover, because of its proximity to ausoles and fumaroles, these same minerals are misted into the air benefiting the plant directly.
San Antonio
In 2005, the Ilamatepec volcano erupted releasing lots of ash into the air, which covered the surface of the farm with a layer of 10 centimeters, the rain came and the mix created sulfuric acid that completely burned the plantations, however it rejuvenated and replenished the soils with minerals and very valuable nutrients. This farm was completed renovated with our own ABM variety and Anacafe 14. The farm is sheltered by luscious mountain forest that combined with morning mist it creates one of the best microclimates to grow the best coffee.
Monterrey
Located at 1,450 MASL, Monterrey enjoys 100% fertile, humid soils thanks to the underground aquifer reservoirs. The moist soil, accompanied by constant winds, create a climate of low temperatures ideal for the growth of quality coffee.
Copinula
Surrounded by high mountains, receiving a privileged type of indirect sunlight that combined with its high altitude and a flowing river it creates a cool microclimateideal for agricultural activities. We boast impressive Ceiba trees, some as half a century old scattered around the estate.