July 26, 2025 – Liglig, Tanglag, Lubuagan, Kalinga.
Tanglag community members worked together to carry a newly delivered coffee dehuller, a machine requested by the people, to their village. With no road access to the sitio, the community had to bring it up manually from the nearest drop-off point. But for the farmers of Tanglag, this effort was worth it.
Tanglag is a community of Indigenous farmers who depend on mung beans, rice, and coffee for their livelihood. Coffee, in particular, is more than just a crop, it’s a cultural staple. Every household drinks coffee daily, making it an important part of both their economy and their way of life. But until now, processing coffee has been difficult. Without a local dehuller, farmers had to rely on manual labor or travel far just to process their beans. This not only consumed time and energy, but also added to their expenses.
To address this challenge, CorDisRDS delivered a coffee dehuller to the community on July 26, 2025. This was in response to a request from their partner People’s Organization in Tanglag. The machine is expected to help farmers process their coffee beans more efficiently, reduce post-harvest losses, and save on processing costs.
Community Members reads the manual of the Coffee Dehuller.
Participants pay close attention during the coffee dehuller operators’ training.
After the installation, CorDisRDS also organized a training session for operators. The manufacturer was invited to demonstrate how to use and maintain the machine properly. Community members, especially those directly involved in coffee farming, attended and eagerly learned how to operate the equipment safely and effectively.
Why This Matters
For the people of Tanglag, this machine is more than a tool—it is a symbol of empowerment. By having access to a local dehuller, they can:
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Process their coffee faster and more efficiently
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Improve the quality of their coffee beans
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Save money by reducing the need to travel for processing
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Boost their income by enhancing the value of their product
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Strengthen the local coffee value chain
This project also encourages sustainable farming practices and community cooperation, with both men and women playing active roles in the process, from hauling the machine to attending the training.
Looking Ahead
CorDisRDS is committed to supporting Indigenous communities like Tanglag as they work toward self-reliance and sustainable development. With continued partnership and support, small steps like these can lead to big changes—one bean at a time.