Coffee production in Cameroon
Just a few decades ago, Cameroon was one of the biggest coffee producers in the world. However, in recent years, government policy has caused production...
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A guide to coffee production in Saudi Arabia
Although Saudi Arabia has been growing coffee for the past few centuries, it is by no means a major coffee-producing country. In 2020, it’s estimated that Saudi-grown coffee totalled around 300 tonnes. However, the country has a rich history of coffee consumption, which is only continuing to grow. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates that Saudi Arabia will import around 200,000 60kg bags across the 2022/23 crop year.… read more
Although Saudi Arabia has been growing coffee for the past few centuries, it is by no means a major coffee-producing country. In 2020, it’s estimated that Saudi-grown coffee totalled around 300 tonnes. However, the country has a rich history of… read more
Mozambique: A new frontier for coffee production
Mozambique isn’t the first country people think of when they talk about coffee. It has historically produced negligible volumes of coffee, and both conflict and...
Exploring the Nigerian coffee sector
Coffee was first introduced to Nigeria in the late 19th century, with the first recorded exports taking place in 1896. It was a major cash...
Exploring Malawi as a coffee origin
Malawi is a landlocked country in southeast Africa with a population of more 19 million people. Its economy is largely driven by agriculture, which supports...
“Remodelling to make a real difference”: Coffee production in Zimbabwe
In the early 1990s, Zimbabwe was a recognised coffee producer. The country’s sector supported more than 20,000 farmers, who produced more than 15,000 tonnes of...
Exploring the Chinese coffee supply chain
In the 2005/06 crop year, Chinese coffee production totalled some 359,000 60kg bags, putting the country 30th in the world by volume at the time....
Micro lots & Monsoon Malabar: India’s future as a coffee origin
India is home to more than a billion people, 22 languages, and some of the world’s most culturally and ethnically diverse cities. It occupies the...
A guide to coffee production in Nicaragua
Much like in other Central American countries, coffee production has played an important role in Nicaragua’s history and economic development. Coffee was first cultivated in...
Breaking down Caribbean coffee production
The Caribbean has a long, rich history of coffee production. From Jamaica and Cuba to Haiti and the Dominican Republic, the soil and growing conditions...
A Guide To Specialty Coffee In Panama
Even though coffee has been grown in Panama since the early 20th century, it has only gained a reputation as a country that produces quality...
A Guide To Coffee Production In El Salvador
El Salvador is the smallest and most densely populated country in Central America. It is also a renowned global coffee origin. Coffee has been a...
Exploring The Democratic Republic Of Congo As A Coffee Origin
In the 1970s, the Democratic Republic of Congo was one of Africa’s leading coffee exporters. However, civil wars and political instability that have persisted from...
Coffee & Conflict In The Democratic Republic Of Congo
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the second-largest country in Africa and the twelfth-largest in the world. It is home to some 87 million...
Overcoming The Challenges Of Sourcing Coffee From The DRC
In 2018, the Democratic Republic of the Congo produced almost 24 million kilograms of coffee. Although this was a 4% rise on the figure for...
The Increasing Quality Of Chinese-Grown Coffee
Chinese coffee cultivation covered more than 1.2 billion square meters in 2016. In the same year, China grew more than 140,000 tons of coffee –...
Inside Brazil’s Specialty Robusta Scene
Specialty coffee is usually associated with Arabica coffee beans, and Robusta coffee beans are usually associated with commercial coffee, instant coffee, or blends. While Arabica...