Ratnagiri Estate

Producer info:

The name Ratnagiri means “pearl mountains.” It alludes to the dense silver oak trees populating the hillside in and around Ratnagiri Estate. The oaks provide shade for coffee.

Ashok Patre is the latest in a long line of Patres to own and operate Ratnagiri Estate. Begun in 1927, the Patre family has been focused on producing coffee at Ratnagiri estate for nearly 100 years.  In 2000, Ashok began investing in modern agricultural technology and focusing on specialty coffee production. He continues to expand the capabilities and increase quality at Ratnagiri Estate each year.

In addition to improving coffee quality, Ashok is also focused on protecting the environment. He uses organic fertilizer and compost to fertilize trees. Coffee trees grow under 50% shade cover, which he believes is the best way to minimize fungal infections while improving coffee quality.

The farm is fed by 2 freshwater streams. Ashok has implemented a strict protocol for processing wastewater before releasing it back into the environment.