Javatrekker's Journal: Our Blog

Did you know your daily cup of coffee can actively fight against climate change? Sipping Dean's Beans means supporting farmers with their journey through reforestation and habitat restoration. Thanks to many farming cooperative relationships throughout the world, Dean's Beans has been able to become a carbon-neutral company. 

Working with the ASOBAGRI cooperative since 2001, Dean's Beans goes beyond sourcing green coffee. By strengthening the bonds that make our coffee truly fair, we've helped to develop sustainable livelihoods and build thriving communities. From farm to cup, Dean's Beans knows what's up!

Join us as we celebrate Nation Cooperative Month with a special farmer cooperative highlight! 

The youth is leading the way in Guatemala! With support from the Asobagri Cooperative, teens are developing crucial skills for a bright future. Development programs such as these Agroforestry and Entrepreneurship programs address and support issues the communities care about. 

Can you imagine a school with no running water? This is the unfortunate reality for children in East Timor. With a plan and estimate for success, Dean's Beans will be funding the solution. A library with furniture and books, along with a water system for drinking, toilets, and hand washing are the next steps to making a difference. 

Home to some of the most biodiverse rainforests, Sumatra is facing serious threats from logging and palm oil plantations. Our longstanding commitment to our coffee farmers means that we go and listen to their needs and concerns. What did they ask for? Goats and weed whackers!