Coope Tarrazú – La Pastora Founded in 1966, Coope Tarrazú has become the largest cooperative in Los Santos Tarrazú, a region internationally recognized for producing some of the finest coffees in Costa Rica. What began as a small group of producers is today a community of more than 5,000 associated farmers, united by tradition, sustainability, and a commitment to quality. The cooperative not only focuses on coffee processing and marketing—today reaching a capacity of up to 275,000 quintals per year—but also provides essential services to its members, including loans, technical assistance, and access to fertilizers at reduced costs. These initiatives strengthen local livelihoods and ensure that coffee cultivation remains viable for future generations. Since 2003, Coope Tarrazú has reinforced its commitment to sustainability, earning certifications such as Rainforest Alliance and Fair Trade, and in 2012 created Café de Comunidades to broaden its social impact. Production is centered in La Pastora, the highest point of Tarrazú, where volcanic soils, abundant rainfall, and high altitudes provide ideal conditions for cultivation. Here, coffee is more than a crop—it is a way of life, yielding clean, complex cups crafted with care for the most demanding markets worldwide.