AAPICUC, founded on March 9, 2011, is an initial-level organization comprising 216 small-scale organic coffee producers certified by Fairtrade. Located across 43 communities in 6 municipalities within Huehuetenango, its headquarters are in Cantón Buenos Aires, Unión Cantinil. AAPICUC aims to provide its members with access to markets, financing, and other essential services. The association, dedicated to sustainable growth and self-management, supports culturally diverse men and women who own small coffee farms averaging 2 hectares each.