Juilia Figueiredo and Eduarda Figueiredo
Farm: Corrego das Pedras
Grower: Julia Figueiredo
City: Carmo da Cachoeira
Region: Southern Minas Gerais
Altitude: 1100
Varieties: Yellow Catuai,Mundo Novo,Red Icatu, Yellow Icatu, Acaia
Planted area: 168,80 hectares
Total area: 271,71 hectares
History
Julia started her story with coffee in 2015, she is the fourth generation of coffee farmers in the Figueiredo family. After graduating from university in psychology and after taking care of her sick mother, she decided that she would not act as a psychologist, as she had the desire to accompany and learn from her father and grandfather and maintain the beautiful trajectory of the Corrego farm. das Pedras. And that's how she fell in love with coffee, with the stories and especially with the tradition of her family, which has always been producing coffee.
Eduarda always knew that her destiny was tied to the land, but it was upon completing her veterinary degree at the end of 2021 that her journey on the farm truly began. Since then, she has devoted herself daily to the work she loves, caring for the animals while also developing a deep passion for coffee. On the farm, each day is a new opportunity for learning and growth.
Alongside her sister, Julia, who takes charge of the finances, Eduarda shares the tasks, ensuring that everything runs in perfect harmony. The relationship between the two is a true partnership, where each one contributes in a unique and indispensable way.
Working on the farm is an even greater privilege for Eduarda and Julia because, in addition to doing what they love, they have the daily company of their father and grandfather. Their grandfather, with his wisdom and experience, is a constant source of teachings, making each day on the farm a true life lesson.
The two embrace every challenge and achievement on the farm with intensity, knowing they are paving the way for success and continuity for their family. Eduarda and Julia honor the legacy of their predecessors while also writing their own stories—a story of dedication, passion, and love for the land.