Each day after school, Neli helped her father with post-harvest coffee processing, fondly recalling de-pulping, washing, and turning the beans as they dried. During school holidays, she eagerly joined in the harvest.
As Neli grew older, her passion for coffee blossomed, eventually leading her to take over the farm. The early years were tough; poor conditions and meagre income made it difficult to support her family.
Determined to improve, Neli learned about specialty coffee from a successful neighbour. In 2016, she sold her first micro-lot, reaping the rewards of her hard work.
Neli’s story is a testament to the passion needed to succeed in specialty coffee.