Labor policies

  • Child labor is not permitted

  • We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, social background or political views

  • Sexual harassment, as well as physical and verbal maltreatment are prohibited

  • Employees will receive medical care in case of an emergency

  • Extra hours are voluntary and remunerated

  • Forced labor is not allowed under any circumstances

  • Pregnant women will be protected at all times against labor that may harm the safety or health of their baby

  • Employees can be part of a labor union without restrictions

  • Trainings that are relevant for the coffee industry will be organized for producers and employees

  • Employees and producers will be trained in health, hygiene, and safety on the job

  • Employees will be provided with personal safety equipment relevant for their job

Environmental policies

  • Tree felling is not permitted

  • Buffering zones as well as water sources and streams must be protected and conserved on all plantations

  • The ecosystem of each plantation must be preserved and maintained

  • All plantations must provide basic services to their employees

  • All plots must have protective boundaries made of local plants

  • Hunting is prohibited

  • It is forbidden to burn trash and waste

  • Wild animals must never be domesticated or held in captivity

  • It is prohibited to dispose of residual water or solid waste in water bodies or water streams

  • All plantations participate in forest conservation and reforestation.