Founded in 1960 by 228 visionary smallholder farmers, CoopeTarrazú R.L. has grown to become Costa Rica’s largest and most influential coffee cooperative, now representing over 5,000 producers in the renowned Los Santos Region.
First planted in La Pastora, Tarrazú in 1966, this globally recognized coffee is cultivated at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 1,900 meters, under ideal climatic conditions and the shade of native forest trees.

CoopeTarrazú is the principal coffee mill of the region, annually processing around 200,000 bags (69kg each) of high-quality Arabica coffee. With 28,000 hectares dedicated to coffee cultivation, the Los Santos Region contributes 40% of Costa Rica’s national coffee production. Located just 80 km from San José, the cooperative is a pillar of Costa Rica’s specialty coffee industry.

Committed to environmentally responsible processing, CoopeTarrazú composts 100% of its coffee pulp waste, reintegrating it into farms as organic fertilizer.
Approximately 70% of this compost is distributed freely to member farmers, while the remaining 30% is enhanced through scientifically backed methods developed in collaboration with the University of Stuttgart, Germany.

Every bean produced by CoopeTarrazú carries Fair Trade Certification, ensuring that producers receive equitable compensation while upholding ethical and sustainable practices. The cooperative’s focus on quality, environmental stewardship, and timely export delivery has become a core part of its identity and global reputation.