Within the framework of the AL-INVEST Verde programme, the ARABICA project continues to promote the adoption of sustainable practices in the coffee value chain in Brazil, strengthening the capacities of producers and MSMEs to respond to the new environmental requirements of the international market.

An important component of the project has been the active participation of women in training and capacity building processes. More than 200 women have been mobilised through project activities, contributing to their integration in initiatives aimed at improving the sustainability and competitiveness of the coffee sector.

In particular, more than 176 women have participated directly in capacity building workshops, where they have acquired knowledge on sustainable agricultural practices, traceability and adaptation to international standards. These actions seek not only to strengthen the sector's productivity, but also to promote greater inclusion of women in the sustainable transformation of the coffee value chain.

Through these initiatives, the ARABICA project contributes to promoting a more sustainable and inclusive production model that is prepared for the challenges of international trade.

About AL-INVEST Verde

AL-INVEST Verde is a European Union programme whose main objective is to promote sustainable growth and job creation in Latin America by supporting the transition towards a low-carbon, resource-efficient and more circular economy. Through Component 1, the programme manages funds for the implementation of innovative projects of small business associations to boost sustainable practices in the private sector. Component 1 is led by sequa, a German non-profit organisation operating worldwide with the aim of promoting the private sector.