Farmers and coffee shop owners are facing severe challenges due to climate change and tariffs. Luci Ramirez and Thomas Carter, owners of Humboldt Bay Coffee Company, recently traveled to Africa and witnessed firsthand the extreme weather affecting coffee production. They found that unpredictable weather has drastically reduced coffee yields, leading to a significant increase in prices.
• Coffee prices have soared by 40% this year, affecting both wholesale and retail costs.
• Tariffs on coffee imports have further raised prices, complicating the situation for businesses.
• Cocoa production is also suffering, with prices reaching a 50-year high due to climate impacts.
• Farmers are struggling to attract younger generations to coffee farming, raising concerns about future supply.
This situation highlights the broader implications of climate change on global agriculture. As prices rise, consumers face higher costs, and businesses must adapt to survive. The future of coffee and chocolate production hangs in the balance, urging a need for sustainable practices.
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