Climate & Soil
The soil should be deep, friable, and rich in organic matter with a pH of 6.0-6.5. The soil and climatic requirements for Arabica and Robusta types are as follows:
| Requirements | Arabica | Robusta |
| Elevation | 1000-1500 m above MSL | 500-1000 m above MSL |
| Annual rainfall | 1600-2500 mm | 1000-2000 mm |
| Blossom rain | March-April (2.5 - 4.0 cm) | Feb-March (2.0 - 4.0 cm) |
| Backing rain | April-May (5.0 - 7.5 cm) | April-May (5.0 - 7.5 cm) |
| Shade | Medium to light | Uniform thin |
| Temperature | 15-25ºC | 20-30ºC |
| RH | 70-80% | 80-90% |