Source: USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 18, 2026 Infrastructure Challenges Threaten Brazilian Coffee Competitiveness Globally Key Takeaways: Brazil, the world’s largest coffee producer and exporter, faces severe infrastructure challenges threatening its competitive position. Transport infrastructure investment is only 0.13% of GDP, far below the minimum required 4%. Over
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Source: Qahwa World – Exclusive Interview | Author: Ali Alzakary | Date: June 17, 2026 Maryam Tabatabaei: A Journey of Passion in Dubai’s Specialty Coffee Scene Key Takeaways: Maryam Tabatabaei is a specialty coffee expert, holding certifications in coffee evaluation, training, roasting, and competition judging. She believes training is at the core of her work
Source: Barchart – Adapted by Qahwa World | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 17, 2026 Coffee Prices Continue to Rise Supported by Brazil Harvest Delays and El Niño Risks Key Takeaways: Arabica prices rose 2.85% to a two-week high, robusta gained 1.36% to a five-week high. Rainfall expected in Brazil may delay the harvest
Source: Reuters – Adapted by Qahwa World | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 16, 2026 Starbucks Korea to Close Stores for History Training After ‘Tank Day’ Controversy Key Takeaways: Starbucks Korea will close all its stores nationwide at 3 PM next Monday for employee training on historical awareness and social sensitivity. The decision follows
Source: Qahwa World analysis – based on the International Coffee Organization (ICO) May 2026 report | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 14, 2026 Coffee Market Between Today’s Tightness and Tomorrow’s Abundance: How May 2026 Numbers Reveal a Sharp Disconnect What Is Happening in the Coffee Market Today? The coffee market is living a stark
Source: International Coffee Organization (ICO) – May 2026 Report | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 13, 2026 International Coffee Organization Releases Coffee Market Report for May 2026 Key Takeaways: The ICO Composite Indicator Price (I‑CIP) averaged 256.05 US cents/lb in May 2026, down 3.8% from April. Brazilian Naturals fell 6.4% to 293.73 US cents/lb,
Source: Barchart (adapted) | Author: Coffee World | Date: June 12, 2026 Coffee Prices Jump as Persistent Rain in Brazil Delays the Coffee Harvest Key Takeaways: July arabica rose 2.17% and July robusta rose 3.19% to one‑week highs. Moderate to heavy rain is forecast across Brazil’s coffee regions this week and may extend into next
Source: Victoria Arduino | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 11, 2026 Victoria Arduino Unveils RECORD: A New Espresso Machine Redefining Design and Innovation in Professional Coffee Key Takeaways: Victoria Arduino previewed the exclusive RECORD 120 Limited Edition at HOST, with only 120 units produced. Each unit represents one year of the company’s history, from
Source: University of New South Wales (UNSW) – Journal of Food Engineering | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 11, 2026 Ultrasonic Espresso: UNSW Researchers Develop Cold-Water Brewing Method That Cuts Energy Use by 75% Key Takeaways: UNSW Sydney researchers developed a method to brew espresso-strength coffee using room-temperature water and ultrasonic sound waves. The
Source: International Coffee Organization (ICO) – May 2026 Report | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 13, 2026 International Coffee Organization Releases Coffee Market Report for May 2026 Key Takeaways:...
Source: University of New South Wales (UNSW) – Journal of Food Engineering | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 11, 2026 Ultrasonic Espresso: UNSW Researchers Develop Cold-Water Brewing Method That...
Source: Technical University of Munich – Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 9, 2026 Scientists from the Technical University of Munich Uncover the...
Source: National Coffee Association (NCA) | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 6, 2026 US Coffee Consumption 2026 by the Numbers: The Rise of Specialty Coffee and What It Means...
