El Salvador’s coffee industry is forecasted to drop to 555,000 sixty-kilo bags in 2023/24, a sharp decline from previous estimates. Climate change, migration-related labor shortages, and aging coffee plants are key factors. Even with government assistance programs, the sector struggles. Specialty coffee is a bright spot, seeing growth in micro-lot sales. Domestic coffee consumption is rising, with major brands expanding. However, exports are down 22% but expected to recover slightly next year. Major export markets include the U.S. and Germany, with specialty coffee fetching premium prices.
El Salvador’s coffee production faces a steep drop due to climate and labor issues.
Coffee Production, Climate Change
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