When people talk about coffee quality, most of the attention usually goes to origin, variety, altitude, and cup score. Yet there is another factor that deserves just as much attention: processing. Processing is not just a term placed on a product card for marketing purposes. It is the chain of post-harvest steps that turns coffee …
The coffee industry has undergone significant transformations over the past decade. By 2025, these changes have become even more pronounced, with rising global prices, shifting consumer behaviors, and challenges for suppliers and exporters reshaping the landscape. This article delves into the key developments in the coffee sector and provides a forward-looking perspective based on expert …
Cofdar Platform, a leader in coffee trade, highlights the coffee market’s performance in 2024 based on data from the December 2024 Report by the International Coffee Organization (ICO). This report provides an in-depth analysis of key trends and challenges facing the global market, focusing on supply-demand dynamics, price changes, and logistical and regulatory issues. Global …
Coffee is not just a daily beverage; it is a reflection of the efforts poured into its cultivation and processing. Among the various stages, coffee processing is one of the most crucial factors influencing its flavor and final quality. It is not merely a technical operation but a blend of skill, creativity, and attention to …
Cofdar has received an important report from the International Coffee Organization (ICO), offering detailed insights into the global coffee market for November 2024. The report sheds light on price trends, export performance, and key challenges affecting the industry, including climate, logistics, and geopolitical factors. Coffee Prices: November 2024 Hits Record Highs The ICO Composite Indicator …
Coffee is the second most-consumed beverage in the world after water, but it’s facing a climate crisis that threatens its future availability. Arabica coffee, which accounts for 70% of global production, is now endangered by climate change, with predictions indicating it may nearly disappear within the next 60 years. As arable lands for coffee—found in …
Coffee is one of the most traded agricultural commodities globally and plays an important role in the economies of many Arab countries. In this article, we will explore the volume of coffee trade, including the import of green coffee beans, roasting activities, and the growing demand for specialty coffee in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, …
Coffee is not just a beverage; it’s a global industry that supports millions of farmers around the world. However, this sector faces increasing challenges from climate change, environmental degradation, and economic instability, particularly for smallholder farmers. To address these issues, the coffee industry is embracing new and sustainable models, one of which is the circular …
Based on the Coffee Market Report for August 2024, published by the International Coffee Organization (ICO), Cofdar has conducted an in-depth analysis and comprehensive summary of the key points discussed in the report. This report reflects significant movements in coffee prices, changes in exports, and the economic and geopolitical challenges affecting the global coffee supply …
The global coffee industry, a multibillion-dollar market, is increasingly under scrutiny for its environmental and social impacts. As consumers become more environmentally conscious, the demand for sustainably produced coffee has grown significantly. This shift is pushing the industry to adopt greener practices to ensure long-term viability and ethical responsibility. This article delves into the various …
