Concern about the presence of rust, a disease that attacks coffee plantations, continues to affect farmers who work in this sector, as they claim that they can lose their entire plantation if they do not take the appropriate measures and care to prevent and avoid it. “In one hectare, you can invest between S/10,000 and S/25,000.
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The greenhouse effect is when it rains and the sun immediately boils or burns the leaves and the plant no longer produces, it has to be cut down to replant, generating losses,” said Alexander Munago, a member of the ACPC cooperative.
Another concern for producers in Pichanaqui is logging, since large trees, such as pine trees, provide shade that protects crops in some way.
“It has a huge impact, there is excessive felling of trees. Having trees around the plantation is a strategy because it creates natural shade that provides the right climate for coffee.”recommended producer Kenia Huamaní.
As part of its support for coffee producers and entrepreneurs, the Pichanaqui District Municipality is organizing the XXIV National Coffee Festival, where there will be workshops, contests, tastings, exhibitions and other activities. It will take place from August 21 to 26.
