Explore the origins,
processes,
and export journey
behind Secofet.

Go beyond the coffee and discover the origins, people, traditions, and careful processes that shape Secofet coffees from farm to global markets.

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Inside Secofet Sourcing Operations

Our Operations

Coffee & Farms

A closer look at the farms, growing regions, farming communities, and cultivation practices that shape the character and quality of Secofet's coffees.

Coffee farm among Ethiopia's highland forests
Ripe coffee cherries growing on a branch
Coffee drying beds in an Ethiopian highland landscape
Hands sorting green coffee beans
Green coffee drying on raised beds
Farmers working together at a coffee drying station

Quality Control

Relevant checks take place throughout coffee handling and preparation to help identify issues, confirm specifications, and maintain the condition of the coffee.

The goal is simple: know the coffee before it reaches our Customers.

Quality Checkpoints

Coffee is inspected for visible physical condition and relevant quality characteristics.

Samples are taken where required to evaluate the coffee and confirm relevant characteristics.

Moisture is checked where applicable as part of assessing coffee condition and storage readiness.

Coffee is assessed for relevant physical defects according to applicable quality requirements.

Where applicable, coffee is evaluated through cupping to assess its sensory characteristics and quality.

Coffee is classified according to applicable grading requirements and specifications.

Storage conditions and coffee conditions are monitored during handling and holding.

Before shipment, relevant coffee specifications and conditions are checked against the agreed requirements.

Export & Logistics

Preparing Coffee for International Shipment

Once coffee has been prepared and confirmed against the relevant requirements, it moves into the export stage.

Secofet coordinates the necessary export preparation and shipment activities according to the requirements of each transaction.

Sacks of Ethiopian green coffee stored in a warehouse
Work With Secofet

Whether you are sourcing specialty coffee, commercial volumes, or exploring Ethiopian origins for your market, Secofet is ready to discuss your requirements.