Cobán (Alta Verapaz)

Farming system

Smallholders, often shaded, organic-leaning by default.

Lower sunlight; rain frequent.

Processing reality

Washed exists, but drying is structurally difficult.

Mechanical drying more common than buyers expect.

Supply chain + power

Coffee often sold as regional blends unless a buyer invests heavily.

Exporters/coops with drying infrastructure dominate.