Brazil’s Cerrado Mineiro Coffee Harvest Reaches 81% in 2025, Says Expocacer
August 17, 2025 – Brazil (Qahwa World) – The 2025 coffee harvest in Brazil’s Cerrado Mineiro region is advancing steadily, with 81% of the crop already harvested, according to the Cerrado Coffee Growers Cooperative (Expocacer).
Expocacer manages 84,900 hectares of cultivated land, of which 71,400 hectares are in active production. Farmers in the Cerrado Mineiro continue to benefit from favorable natural conditions, including a dry climate, flat terrain, and high mechanisation.
On a national scale, Brazil has completed 91% of its 2025/26 arabica coffee harvest, based on the latest data from consultancy Safras & Mercado.
Expocacer’s CEO, Simão Pedro de Lima, confirmed that harvesting is expected to conclude by late August or early September, depending on weather conditions. “So far, the climate has been favorable, with no frosts or off-season rains affecting the process,” he said.
Expocacer has heavily invested in advanced technology to modernize its coffee processing operations. Its industrial complex integrates robotics, AI-powered sensors, and automated communication systems.
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AI monitoring: Sensors track machine vibrations and temperatures in real time, cutting maintenance costs by 20% and boosting equipment availability by 10%.
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Smart farming: Soil moisture sensors and weather stations optimize irrigation and water use across member farms.
These innovations ensure greater efficiency, quality control, and sustainability.
To maintain productivity and quality, Expocacer promotes regenerative farming, bio-inputs, and expert consulting. The cooperative emphasizes sustainable agricultural practices that safeguard both yields and the environment.
“The dry weather allows for natural and uniform drying of beans, reducing risks of unwanted fermentation, while flat terrain ensures higher mechanisation, lowering costs and improving efficiency,” explained Lima.
Despite fluctuations on the New York Coffee Exchange, Expocacer continues to support its members with liquidity and secure transactions.
Petrônio Primo, Expocacer’s business agent, highlighted: “Even in this volatile market, we remain active every day, offering competitive prices and personalized services to our members.”
