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Arabica Coffee Prices Surge to Historic High

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Arabica Coffee Prices Surge to Historic High Amid Global Supply Challenges

South Eye | Report

Arabica coffee prices have reached their highest levels since 1977, driven by severe drought conditions in Brazil, the world’s largest coffee producer. The extended dry weather, reported as the worst in over four decades, has significantly impacted Brazil’s coffee harvest, threatening future yields. In 2024, the Minas Gerais region, which accounts for 30% of Brazil’s Arabica crop, has experienced rainfall far below historical averages, resulting in stressed coffee trees and delayed flowering. These factors have led to reduced production estimates and heightened concerns about global supply chains

Adding to the crisis is the tightening inventory situation. Arabica coffee stocks monitored by ICE have fallen to 24-year lows, signaling a critical supply deficit. The challenges in Brazil are compounded by issues in Vietnam, the largest producer of Robusta coffee. Vietnam's coffee exports have plummeted due to ongoing droughts, further limiting global coffee availability. This dual impact on Arabica and Robusta varieties has led to surging prices across markets

The price rally is also influenced by a stronger Brazilian real, which discourages local producers from selling coffee internationally, further constraining exports. Shipping disruptions, particularly in the Red Sea due to geopolitical tensions, have compounded logistical challenges for coffee distribution globally

The historic price surge is reshaping the coffee industry. Exporters, farmers, and global coffee buyers face new uncertainties, with many adjusting supply chains to mitigate risks. Large-scale coffee retailers are likely to pass these cost increases onto consumers, potentially altering purchasing patterns and demand. The surge in prices has also fueled speculation in coffee futures markets, creating volatility as traders react to fluctuating weather forecasts and geopolitical events.

This situation underscores the vulnerability of global agriculture to climate change and its cascading effects on food security, trade, and economics. Stakeholders in the coffee industry, from growers to multinational corporations, will need to adapt to these growing challenges, investing in sustainable practices and climate-resilient crops to ensure long-term viability.