Coffee Production Threatened by Rising Temperatures
Why this is here: Kalve, a Latvian roaster, continues to purchase coffee from a small Brazilian farm despite lower quality yields after hail damage, demonstrating a commitment to long-term partnerships with producers.
Rising temperatures are impacting coffee production in key growing regions. Climate Central analysis shows the top five coffee-producing countries—Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, Ethiopia, and Indonesia—experienced an average of 57 additional days above 30°C annually. Brazil, which supplied 34% of EU coffee imports in 2024, now averages 187 days per year with temperatures too high for coffee.
Unpredictable weather recently caused record-high coffee prices, leading some farmers to prioritize quick sales over quality. A Brazilian farm saw its coffee yield drop from 25 to 11 bags after hail damage last season.
The World Economic Forum predicts Colombia’s suitable coffee-growing area could decrease by half by 2050. While coffee flavor hasn’t significantly changed, shifts in growing regions may alter the taste profile Europeans currently expect.