About Foglia Organic
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With environmental issues becoming more important to today’s general public, as well as the potential direct impact chemicals can have on the taste of espresso coffee, we have introduced Foglia Organic to give the market a different choice.
Foglia Organic is a ‘single origin’ coffee from plantations in Bolivia. We use beans certified by USDA, Fair-trade and Australian Certified Organic as having been grown organically and in harmony with the environment. The plantations are worked without the use of pesticides, additives, Genetically Modified (GM) products, chemical herbicides or fertilizers. Thus giving the most natural taste a coffee could have.
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Origin: Bolivia
Roast: Dark
Aroma: Slightly toasty aroma
Flavour: Caramel toasty taste, with a pleasant touch of acidity
Acidity: Nicely moderate
Body: Delicate and light
Lingering Palate: Very subtle floral flavour
Foglia Organic has a slightly toasty aroma, with a nice and moderate acidity. A light body coffee that would give a hint of caramel toasty taste when serve as an espresso, and would balance well in a latte or cappuccino. Finishes with a delicate note of floral flavour. Works best in a plunger to get its full flavour.
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Bolivia
Bolivia is officially known as Plurinational State of Bolivia. Situated in central South America, it is a country that is entirely enclosed by land. Bolivia has three major geographic regions: the mountainous highlands, the semitropical temperate valleys and the tropical lowlands. These provided the country plenty of altitude, fertile soil, and a consistent rainy season, which are all the components necessary to be a high-quality coffee producer.
Most of the coffee productions in Bolivia are traditional organic farming practice, with a lot of the co-ops certified organic and some Fair Trade also. This resulted in the small amount of harvest and export, yet allows the coffee to remain of its high standard.
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The word "organic" refers to the way farmers grow and process agricultural products, such as fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy products and meat. Organic farming practices are designed to encourage soil and water conservation and reduce pollution. Farmers who grow organic produce use alternate methods to fertilize, control weeds or prevent livestock disease. For example, rather than using chemical weedkillers, organic farmers conduct sophisticated crop rotations and spread mulch or manure to keep weeds at bay.
Some other differences between conventional farming and organic farming:
| Conventional farmers | Organic farmers |
| Apply chemical fertilizers to promote plant growth. | Apply natural fertilizers, such as manure or compost, to feed soil and plants. |
| Spray insecticides to reduce pests and disease. | Use beneficial insects and birds, mating disruption or traps to reduce pests and disease. |
| Use chemical herbicides to manage weeds. | Rotate crops, till, hand weed or mulch to manage weeds. |
| Give animals antibiotics, growth hormones and medications to prevent disease and spur growth. | Give animals organic feed and allow them access to the outdoors. Use preventive measures — such as rotational grazing, a balanced diet and clean housing — to help minimize disease. |
A few facts about Organic:
• Nutrition: No conclusive evidence shows that organic food is more or less nutritious than conventionally grown food.
• Quality and appearance: Organic foods meet the same quality and safety standards as conventional foods. The difference lies in how the food is produced, processed and handled. You may find that organic fruits and vegetables spoil faster because they aren't treated with waxes or preservatives. Also, expect less-than-perfect appearances in some organic produce — odd shapes, varying colours and perhaps smaller sizes. In most cases, however, organic foods look identical to their conventional counterparts.
• Pesticides: Conventional growers use pesticides to protect their crops from mould, insects and diseases. When farmers spray pesticides, this can leave residue on produce. Some people buy organic food to limit their exposure to these residues. Most experts agree, however, that the amount of pesticides found on fruits and vegetables poses only a very small health risk.
• Environment: Some people buy organic food for environmental reasons. Organic farming practices are designed to benefit the environment by reducing pollution and conserving water and soil.
• Cost: Most organic food costs more than conventional food products. Higher prices are due to more expensive farming practices, tighter government regulations and lower crop yields. Because organic farmers don't use herbicides or pesticides, many management tools that control weeds and pests are labour intensive. For example, organic growers may hand weed vegetables to control weeds, and you may end up paying more for these vegetables.
• Taste: Some people say they can taste the difference between organic and nonorganic food. Others say they find no difference. Taste is a subjective and personal consideration, so decide for yourself. But whether you buy organic or not, finding the freshest foods available may have the biggest impact on taste.
(Source: USDA-FDA.com)
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For us, organic coffee is not only about taste and health implications, it is about protecting the environment and long-term sustainability. Through the various certification programmes, we are able to ensure that Foglia Organic is an environmentally and socially responsible brand.
Our certified coffee suppliers meet rigorous standards for the conservation of natural resources as required by the USDA. By also using Fairtrade coffee, the producers are guaranteed a fair, stable price, and the communities are assisted through the building of better roads, schools and hospitals. This ensures that everyone involved in supplying our coffee receives decent wages, dignified living conditions, have access to education and health care, are free from child labour and most of all, are sustainable in the long-term.
