HAYMA DAKHILIYA WOMEN FARMERS ALCHEMY

In the remote mountains of Hayma Dakhiliya, west of Sana’a, these women nurture a tradition as old as the land itself.
The terrain is unforgiving, with rugged roads that cut off the cluster of villages from the outside world. The climate is
harsh—mild and rainy in summer, bitter in winter—but the trees endure, producing high-quality coffee with fresh, fruity
notes. It is a labor shaped by isolation and a deep connection to the land.
For the women of Hayma Dakhiliya, coffee is more than a crop; it is a legacy passed down through generations. They have
learned to harvest with precision, picking only the red cherries and watering each tree with care. It is work that requires
patience and persistence, ensuring the coffee’s quality remains untouched by time.
Life here is a balancing act. Alongside coffee, they grow crops to feed their households, splitting their days between
the fields and family duties. Yet, it is the coffee that anchors them, a crop that sustains both their households and their
heritage. In Hayma Dakhiliya, every tree stands as a symbol of resilience, every harvest a testament to the quiet strength
of the women who keep this legacy alive against the odds.