Dilmer Alberca Castillo is a young and dynamic coffee producer hailing from the village of Las Tinajas in the Tabaconas district. His father was among the early settlers in Tinajas and imparted much of his knowledge about coffee cultivation to Dilmer. His farm, El Mango, spans two hectares and is situated at an average elevation of 1820 meters above sea level. The farm features high-quality coffee varieties such as Geisha, Caturra, and Marshell, all of which Dilmer carefully selected to achieve exceptional cup scores. In 2018, Dilmer acquired Geisha seeds, having previously cultivated only Caturra and Mundo Novo, both of which thrive in the region and yield quality coffee. However, Dilmer sought to elevate his production further. Since then, he has also begun planting Marshell, Sidra, and other unique varieties, aspiring to one day secure a victory in the Cup of Excellence competition. His enthusiasm for processing coffee is evident, as he enjoys crafting diverse flavour profiles through various methods. He produces washed, honey, and natural coffees, often customising the processing technique to suit each variety—utilising honey processing for Caturra and opting for washed or natural methods with a fermentation phase in bags for Geisha. The farm’s operations are managed by Dilmer and his family, with the exception of some harvesting during peak seasons when he employs local pickers. Weeding is performed manually using machetes or trimmers, and the plants receive both chemical and organic fertilisers.