How “Birth Control” for Pests Is Quietly Reshaping the Global Coffee Landscape VIENNA — April 11, 2026 | Qahwa World Coffee cherries are vulnerable to internal damage caused by the Mediterranean fruit fly, a major threat to global production. In the long and complex journey of coffee—from its origins to the modern cup—few threats have
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Agreement at World of Coffee San Diego focuses on data, regulation, and support for Africa’s coffee sector San Diego — Qahwa World The first day of World of Coffee San Diego saw the International Coffee Organization (ICO) and the Inter-African Coffee Organisation (IACO) formalise their cooperation through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).The
A structural shift is moving the global coffee trade away from its historic Western centers toward a faster, proximity-driven system anchored in Dubai, Singapore, and Shanghai. Source: Dubai – Qahwa World | April 2026 The global green coffee trade is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its modern history. For decades, pricing power,
Dubai – Qahwa World Coffee prices remain under pressure as the market continues to digest expectations of a large upcoming crop in Brazil. May arabica coffee declined by 0.65%, while May robusta slipped 0.69%, extending recent losses. Arabica futures recently touched a three-week low, while robusta fell to its weakest nearby level in eight months.
Dubai – Qahwa World The global coffee market in 2026 is valued at around USD 145–176 billion, with projections reaching USD 227–275 billion by 2032–2034 at a CAGR of 5.1–6.6%. Growth is driven by premiumization, ready-to-drink (RTD) formats, single-serve pods, at-home brewing innovations, and sustainability-focused sourcing. Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region, while North America and
Dubai – Qahwa World As of April 2026, global coffee consumption continues to grow despite earlier price volatility. According to the USDA’s December 2025 Coffee: World Markets and Trade report, world consumption for the 2025/26 coffee year (October 2025 to September 2026) reached a record 173.85 million 60-kg bags, up 1.3 percent year on year.
Washington — Qahwa World The U.S. military consumed nearly one million gallons of coffee during the recent conflict with Iran, according to Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, as a fragile ceasefire begins to take hold. Speaking to reporters following the announcement of a pause in fighting between the United States
Sahel Maryam – Qahwa World In a pioneering move for the region, a new coffee roasting and quality assessment center has opened in Sahel Maryam, Medhin, Ethiopia. The facility, the first of its kind in East Africa, combines state-of-the-art equipment with instruction from experienced coffee professionals. The center aims to train participants in evaluating coffee
Dubai – Qahwa World As Uganda’s Arabica harvest unfolds, the 2026 season is shaping up as one of contrasts. In Western Uganda, late rainfall, shifting weather patterns, and market adjustments have pushed national production down by an estimated 100,000 bags compared to last year. On the ground, many local traders have home-processed nearly 20
How “Birth Control” for Pests Is Quietly Reshaping the Global Coffee Landscape VIENNA — April 11, 2026 | Qahwa World Coffee cherries are vulnerable to internal damage caused by the...
A structural shift is moving the global coffee trade away from its historic Western centers toward a faster, proximity-driven system anchored in Dubai, Singapore, and Shanghai. Source: Dubai – Qahwa...
Dubai – Qahwa World A recent Italian study published on 19 March 2026 in a scientific journal has found an association between traditional Italian-style coffee consumption and a reduced risk...
Dubai – Qahwa World A comprehensive new study suggests that regular consumption of caffeinated coffee and tea may help protect against dementia and support cognitive health over the long term....
