The Suan Lahu Farm team is built on long-lasting friendships, trust, and a shared commitment to our community.

Since early 2009, we have been working together to grow organic coffee, support sustainable farming, preserve the highland culture and warmly welcome visitors to experience life on our farm.

Meet Lo-Ue

Lo Ue is the co-founder, Production Manager, and Chief Roaster of Suan Lahu Farm. Since 2012, he has applied his extensive knowledge of organic farming to produce exceptional coffee while leading the farm's production team. A fun-loving father of three, he is at the heart of the enterprise.

Living in his ancestral Lahu village, Lo Ue has not only guided the farm team but has also led the Suan Lahu Visiting Program for nearly a decade. As a licensed tour guide, he warmly welcomes guests, shares insights into Lahu culture and traditions, and offers visitors an authentic experience of life in the highlands.

Meet Carina

Carina is the co-founder of Suan Lahu Farm and has worked closely with Lahu farming communities for many years. A mother of two, she has a background in language education, social anthropology, and international development cooperation.

Since 1998, Carina has conducted extensive research on ethnicity and community development among Lahu highland villages in Southeast Asia. Suan Lahu Farm grew out of discussions with local farmers about environmental challenges and the need to create sustainable livelihoods through organic, single-estate coffee production. Since then, Carina has played a key role in building partnerships, strengthening community relationships, and supporting the farm's long-term vision of sustainability, cultural preservation, and responsible tourism.

Meet Gonpop

Gonpop is Lo Ue's son-in-law and one of Suan Lahu Farm's three farm managers. He also serves as our junior coffee roaster, developing his skills while helping maintain the quality and care that go into every batch of our organic coffee.

Meet Aidtee

Aidtee is Lo Ue's younger brother and an essential member of the Suan Lahu Farm team. He helps with a wide range of tasks throughout the year, from caring for the coffee fields and maintaining the farm to assisting with daily operation. His hard work and dedication are invaluable to the farm's success. 

Meet Lulu

Luciene (Lulu) has been supporting Suan Lahu Farm as a freelance team member for several years. She contributes to a wide range of projects, including marketing, communications, website management, and visitor experience, helping to share the farm's story with people from around the world.