Barahona (SW)

Farming system

Mixed altitudes; large geographic label hides variance.

Many very small farms; alternative crops compete.

Processing reality

Washed.

Drying is structurally hard; mechanical drying common late season.

Naturals are risky.

Supply chain + power

Coops/exporters consolidate to move volume.

“Barahona” often marketed broadly → blending pressure.

Buyer truth

Require sub-zone + drying method; don’t buy the name alone.