We believe that coffee can not ever be separated from the people who produce it. We are a strong believer that sustainability are closely related to cultural approach, also in coffee production techniques & methods.

By understanding the inside-out of the upstream value chain, Adena discovered strategic position at the downstream industry. In 2015, we struck a strategic partnership with Tuku, crafting a new milked coffee wave, Es Kopi Susu (Iced Milk Coffee), which is continuously growing beyond nation. Now Adena Coffee took the role as one of the architects by creating a tailor-made Giling Basah coffee blend from Gayo for Tuku to support Es Kopi Susu, creating a new premium product class that lies between the specialty and commercial grade coffee which has been adopted by many

Preserving Natural Resources Through Coffee

Our engagement in promoting Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and agroforestry is meticulously structured to yield significant benefits for both the local farming communities and their surrounding ecosystems. GAP encompasses various activities, from soil management to careful selection of crop varieties. Strategic planting of nitrogen-fixing trees alongside coffee plants improves soil fertility naturally, reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers, and provides shade for coffee plants, leading to better beans. This practice exemplifies how integrating GAP with agroforestry can improve productivity.​

The overarching benefits of integrating GAP and agroforestry practices in these regions are multifaceted. They include improved environmental sustainability, economic diversification for farmers, and the preservation of cultural values. By adopting these methods, farmers can achieve higher yields and healthier soils, lessen their dependence on chemical inputs, and explore additional income avenues through the cultivation of various crops. Adena’s dedication to these practices underscores our commitment to environmental stewardship, economic resilience, and the cultural legacy of the coffee farming communities in Gayo & Flores. Our efforts are geared towards securing the sustainability and thriving future of these precious landscapes and their inhabitants.

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Resolving Social Issues in Local Context

Gayo

Football & Kenawat Village

In Kenawat, when the suppression from the conflict was overwhelming, football became a mode of self-actualization for the people of Kenawat. Football offered an escape from the stigmatization they faced and served as proof that Kenawat could stand out in positive ways.​

​Kenawat dominated inter-village tournaments in Gayo, making football a source of pride for the residents. When Adena began working on specialty coffee in Kenawat, we saw football as part of the community’s identity formation. ​

​This initiative not only fosters community spirit and pride but also reinforces Adena’s commitment to social and community development beyond our coffee endeavors. It’s a testament to the belief that empowerment and identity can flourish through the universal language of sport, bringing together people from all walks of life in Kenawat.

Since 2018, we have supported social initiatives by establishing a football school. Currently, Adena supports two groups :

​24 members under the ​age of 12 & 30 members from the youth and residents of Kenawat​​

Providing Professional Support for Marginalised Individuals

One of our team in Gayo Kenawat Shelter was a victim of the conflict, his name is Juna. We provided moral encouragement and professional skills training on Specialty Coffee Processing that equip him to have confident and technical skill. Hence, he is now be the one of our team as a Member of Processing Shelter. 

Flores​

Approaching Coffee from an Educational Perspective

KoPintar embodies the ideals and reasons behind Adena’s presence in Flores. With a social or environmental mission in mind, Adena in Flores presents a mission that supports indigenous communities, agroforestry, and children’s education.​

​Initiated by our Flores origin manager, we developed an after-school activity for children in the coffee processing village. In its early years, KoPintar involved children in understanding their environment more deeply and exploring its potential. As the program evolved, the long and abundant coffee harvest season led KoPintar to invite children to contribute and learn about one of their area’s greatest potentials. With a spirit of learning, children were taught how to care for coffee and sort the harvest. They were paid according to standards, but the money was saved and kept until the new school year’s registration period. Though not a large amount, this money allowed them to contribute to their education, buying uniforms or paying for school registration fees.​

​KoPintar continues to evolve and reach various ages and communities. The spirit of KoPintar remains a beacon for Adena in Flores, engaging in the long run, beyond just creating quality coffee, but also providing tools and access for more people.​

​A total of 95 children with ages between 4-12 years old who are active in learning activities at KoPintar & establishment of saving fund for the Local Children’s Educational Purpose from KoPintar

Preserving Cultural Value of Indigenous Lio People

Besides funding tradition & customary activities, 18,000m2 of land entrusted by the indigenous community to Adena to be managed as a coffee processing site or coffee plantation.

​Providing Professional Support for Marginalised Individuals

There are 3 member of our team in Flores who had marginalized background such as: use to be a illegal migrant worker and deaf & mute. We provided them moral encouragement and professional skills training on Specialty Coffee Processing that equip them a technical skill. Hence, they are now be part of our team in processing shelter.​​​

By fostering a culture of responsible sourcing, environmental awareness, and collaborative action, we aim to cultivate a sustainable future for the coffee industry and the communities it serves.