Ethiopia Bench Maji

Gesha Karmach Farm is located in the deep southwest of Ethiopia, within the Bench Maji zone. Established in 2019, this 1,000-hectare estate is nestled in the ancient, forested highlands of the Gesha district, where the legendary Gesha variety was first discovered. Despite widespread deforestation in Ethiopia, Bench Maji stands as one of the last bastions of native forest, creating a natural green canopy under which coffee thrives.

The Gesha Karmach Farm has ideal conditions for high-quality coffee cultivation, with 350 hectares currently dedicated specifically to coffee. A selection of Gesha varieties and indigenous landraces are planted there, resulting in uniquely expressive lots. As the Farm expands, it remains committed to sustainable development that honors the land and supports local communities, including the Bench, Me’en, and Amhara peoples who have long relied on the forest and its resources.