In 1986, with the acquisition of our production unit, we began a process that goes beyond the production of specialty coffees. We begin a process of technical and transformative knowledge in each grain produced, reflecting our responsibility with fauna and flora, with natural resources, with the land and with people and society.
At an average altitude of 1150m, located in the Cerrado Mineiro region, more precisely in the Pântano microregion, our agricultural practices in these almost 40 years of renewal have evolved over time, guaranteeing not only results in the cup, but everywhere in that our brand is capable of achieving. In 2023, the recognition of this balanced and renewing production was strengthened through the Planeta Campo award promoted by Canal Rural, with Rio Brilhante Café de Origem winning 1st place in the large category in the search for sustainable farms. A naturally recognized renewal.
Our responsible action is confirmed by the Rainforest Alliance certification, obtained in 2008 and renewed in recent years with 100% compliance. An action that respects the land, people and the environment in all processes. Through RAS certification it is possible to serve the most demanding markets, proving our focus on developing people, preserving and renewing resources and the environment and determining protocols that guarantee a future of vitality for the next generations.
Regenagri criteria support the measurement of main indicators through on-farm data. These metrics include cover crop, tillage, energy planning and pasture management. All of this has a direct effect on regenerating soil health, biodiversity and waterways, while reducing emissions and carbon sequestration. In addition to Rio Brilhante Café, our Farroupilha Café unit in the municipality of João Pinheiro also has this certification.
4C - Common Code for the Coffee Community is an independent and internationally recognized sustainability standard for the entire coffee sector, with the aim of anchoring sustainability in coffee supply chains. The focus of the 4C Code of Conduct is the sustainable production of green coffee beans and their post-harvest activities. Just like our RAS certification, we have achieved 100% compliance in recent years of seal renewal.
BSCA aims, through research partnerships, dissemination of quality control techniques and product promotions, to raise the standards of excellence of Brazilian coffees offered in the domestic and foreign markets. It is the only Brazilian institution to certify batches that can be monitored through quality control seals for specialty coffees, with full traceability through individual numbering, consultations for which are made available by BSCA to consumers.
