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Exclusively Bird Friendly®

At Big Year Coffee, we exclusively roast Smithsonian-certified Bird Friendly® beans. By choosing our coffee, you help preserve avian biodiversity and support the presence of native plants and trees, essential for the health of ecosystems around the world.

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  • Native Trees

    Each farm must have at least 10 native tree species present, with a minimum canopy height of 12m (39ft).

  • Shade Requirements

    A majority of our coffee is 100% shade grown which is necessary for most organic farming practices. This ensures a diverse canopy above and we also encourage forest patches on neighboring landscapes.

  • Structural Diversity

    The “architecture” of each coffee farm must show evidence of some layers, preferably three. 
    1. Backbone tree species
    2. Emergent species
    3. Shrubs & small trees

Roasted with Nature in Mind

The coffee you enjoy everyday can contribute to avian biodiversity. With our small batch Smithsonian certified bird-friendly coffee, you'll experience a delightful cup that is naturally shade grown and pesticide free. It's bird-friendly, eco-conscious, and great for birding.

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