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Source: TechnoServe and ACT Coffee Programme (UNIDO) – June 2026 | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 18, 2026 Climate Pressures Affect All Coffee Producers, But Their Adaptation Capacities Vary Shockingly Key Takeaways: A new report from TechnoServe and the ACT Coffee Programme reveals that all ten leading coffee-producing countries face increasing climate stress, but

Source: C20 Non‑Profit Institution – Press Release | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 10, 2026 C20 Global Coffee Sustainability Summit to Unite Industry Leaders in London, Driving Action from Farm to Cup Key Highlights: The C20 Global Coffee Sustainability Summit will take place in London on June 23–24, 2026, at Camden Town Hall, King’s

Source: Coffee Consulate | Author: Dr. Steffen Schwarz | Date: June 10, 2026 The Memory of Stone in Every Cup: Why Water Is Never Neutral and Geology Guides Every Brew Key Takeaways: Water is not an empty stage for coffee – it carries a chemical memory of its journey through rocks, soils, and aquifers. Calcium,

Author: Qahwa World – San Jose Source: USDA Foreign Agricultural Service – Report CS2026-0004 Date: May 20, 2026 Executive Summary Costa Rica coffee production for marketing year 2026/2027 is forecast at 1.2 million 60 kg bags, up 3.5%. Several factors limit growth despite the biennial high year: strong local currency, high fertilizer prices, lower coffee

Bangkok – Qahwa World Chief Executive of the Specialty Coffee Association, Yannis Apostolopoulos, told the Bangkok Post that the global coffee market is undergoing a structural transformation, as coffee-producing countries are no longer limited to exporting but are also emerging as major consumption markets, reshaping global demand dynamics. He noted that this shift is clearly

By: Dr. Steffen Schwarz, Coffee Consulate There is a word in coffee that has done more damage than most people realise. It is short, convenient, commercially familiar, and scientifically careless. The Coffea canephora Robusta myth is a prime example of how a term can become misleading in the world of coffee. For decades, the global

Dubai – Qahwa World Indonesia’s coffee production is set to decline for a second consecutive year in 2025–26 as excessive rainfall disrupts key growing regions, although industry participants say cup quality has remained stable due to reduced pressure on processing. Experts are closely watching the Indonesia coffee harvest 2026 to assess its impact on supply

Dubai – Qahwa World The International Coffee Organization highlights a strategic direction focused on building stronger connections between origin and specialty markets, emphasizing that stronger links between origin and specialty markets mean stronger opportunities for coffee producers. The organization expresses pride in its partnership with the International Trade Centre in supporting initiatives designed to bridge

Trieste, Italy – Qahwa World The International Coffee Convention (ICC) 2026 will be held in Trieste this October, bringing together scientists, industry leaders and policy experts to address some of the most pressing challenges facing the global coffee sector. Under the theme Coffee at the Crossroads: Climate, Consumers and Circularity, the event will examine how

Dubai – Qahwa World A coalition of international organizations and leading coffee companies has announced a major investment aimed at reinforcing Uganda’s coffee seed systems and improving farmer livelihoods. The initiative, led by United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and World Coffee Research (WCR), brings together industry partners including JDE Peet’s, The J.M. Smucker Co.,

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

By: Dr. Steffen Schwarz, Coffee Consulate The future of circular coffee will not be determined by innovation alone, but by whether standards, policies and institutions recognise what coffee is becoming before the market moves on. For many years, the coffee industry focused on taste, trade and technology, while policy was mostly background noise through customs,

Dubai – Qahwa World Nestlé and the International Labour Organization (ILO) are expanding their long-standing partnership by launching a new, two-year project, “From fair recruitment to worker protection in coffee supply chains,” focused on promoting labour rights in the coffee supply chains of three key sourcing countries: Brazil, Colombia and Mexico. Building on its standard-setting

Brussels – Qahwa World EFICO GROUP has officially published its 2025 Communication on Progress (CoP), reaffirming its commitment to the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact. The report highlights how the company integrates human rights, labour standards, environmental responsibility, and anti-corruption practices into operations, partnerships, and decision-making across the global coffee value chain.

Dubai – Qahwa World The Guardian published a lengthy report titled “‘Everyone feels like they are being scammed’: can Central America’s small coffee growers survive as global prices fall?”, which discussed the growing pressures facing coffee farmers in parts of Central America, particularly in El Salvador and Honduras. The report explores how climate instability, rising

Bujumbura  – QAHWA WORLD Preliminary reports from Burundi and Rwanda indicate promising prospects for the 2026 coffee harvest, with an estimated combined total of around 40,000 metric tonnes (MT) of high-quality green coffee. Teams in both countries have shared insights on volume, quality, and sustainability initiatives supporting farmers. Burundi Harvest Outlook Burundi’s coffee harvest for

By: Kurniawan Arif Maspul In the hush that falls just before sunset in Riyadh, Jakarta or Dubai, there is a moment of collective suspension. The air is thick with anticipation. Then the call to prayer unfurls, dates are lifted, water is sipped, and almost instinctively, coffee follows. In that simple act — the pouring of

Addis Ababa  – Qahwa World × Buna Kurs The 22nd African Fine Coffees Conference & Exhibition (AFCC&E) concluded in Addis Ababa, capping three days of trade engagement, policy dialogue, and industry competition that brought the global African coffee value chain together under one roof. Held at the Addis International Convention Center (AICC) alongside the 3rd

Dubai – Coffee World In a land where time has been measured by tea harvest seasons for millennia, the rise of coffee appears as an economic and cultural miracle achieved in record time. China is no longer just a massive consumer market for global corporations; it has transformed into a “global laboratory” re-engineering the taste

Addis Ababa – Qahwa World × Buna Kurs African governments, international institutions, and private sector leaders convened today in Addis Ababa for the High-Level Policy Forum held during the Third African Coffee Week. The assembly issued a strong call for coordinated action to safeguard the future of Africa’s coffee sector amid escalating climate and market

Dubai – Qahwa World The United States retail sector in 2026 is undergoing a radical economic shift that financial market analysts describe as the “loosening of the caffeine grip”. While Starbucks dominated the “third place” concept for decades, it now finds itself trapped between two forces: the Chinese technological expansion of Luckin Coffee and the

Dubai – Qahwa World Humanoid robots may be able to perform martial arts routines, navigate obstacle courses, and impress audiences with highly choreographed demonstrations. But according to robotics experts, the true measure of progress lies not in spectacle, but in the ability to handle simple, everyday tasks—such as preparing a cup of coffee. This perspective

50% of the exhibition space for the sixth edition next year has already been booked Brazil and other countries have announced an increase in their national pavilion spaces for the next edition Results of the three live auctions announced Winners honoured in the four championship categories, Best New Product, and Best Design Award Jean Espanti

Dubai – Qahwa World The fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai 2026 concluded today at the Dubai World Trade Centre, closing a dynamic three-day programme focused on trade, professional learning, and origin engagement. Organised by DXB LIVE in partnership with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), the event reinforced its role as a global hub

Dubai – Qahwa World His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today visited the fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai, which opened at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) on 18th January and runs until 20th January 2026. During the visit, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed, accompanied

Qahwa World The fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai officially opened today at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), marking a major milestone for the Middle East’s specialty coffee industry. Organised by DXB LIVE, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), in collaboration with the Specialty Coffee Association

Dubai – Qahwa World The fifth and largest edition of World of Coffee Dubai 2026 will kick off tomorrow, Sunday, in Dubai. The event is organised by DXB Live, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre, in partnership with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), and will run from 18 to

Countdown Begins for the Region’s Largest Coffee Industry Event Dubai – Qahwa World World of Coffee Dubai 2026, the Middle East’s premier specialty coffee trade event, is set to take place from 18 to 20 January at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Now in its fifth edition, the event will bring together more than 2,100

Dubai – Qahwa World The World Food Programme (WFP) has released a report highlighting the results of the Resilient Coffee-Growing Communities project in Guatemala’s Dry Corridor, designed to help farmers adapt to climate change and improve food security. The report notes that the Dry Corridor is increasingly affected by unpredictable weather, with scorching, dry days

The December 2026 EUDR deadline will reshape how African coffee reaches European consumers — and traders in the Gulf are caught in the middle. By Raymond Reuel Wayesu Dubai has become the Middle East’s dominant coffee trading hub, with re-exports valued at nearly $1 billion annually and over 615 licensed traders operating through the DMCC

Dubai – Qahwa World World of Coffee Dubai 2026 is set to feature a cutting-edge programme of lectures that bring technology, neuroscience, and coffee science to the forefront of the global coffee conversation. Hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Za’abeel Hall 6, the event will gather leading experts to explore innovation, sustainability, and the

Strengthening Dubai’s Position as a Global Coffee Hub Connecting Origin Markets with International Buyers Dubai – Qahwa World World of Coffee Dubai 2026 continues to reinforce its standing as a premier global trade platform for coffee professionals and enthusiasts. The fifth edition, taking place from 18–20 January at Dubai World Trade Centre, will feature three

Hopong, Myanmar – Qahwa World In a landmark moment for sustainable development in Myanmar, the Green Gold Cooperative (GGC) has inaugurated its central coffee processing plant in southern Shan State, marking a significant shift for communities that historically relied on opium poppy cultivation. The facility reflects a decade-long journey during which farmers have transitioned from

Vienna – Qahwa World In a landmark sustainability partnership, Julius Meinl, The J.M. Smucker Co., and Tchibo, in collaboration with the Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung (HRNS), have announced the launch of a four-year project to establish a Climate-Smart Coffee Region (CSCR) in Western Honduras. The initiative aims to strengthen smallholder livelihoods, restore ecosystems, and enhance

Amsterdam – Qahwa World On International Coffee Day, JDE Peet’s (EURONEXT: JDEP) marked the tenth anniversary of its Common Grounds farmer programmes with a strong call for the global coffee industry to implement the Regenerative Agriculture Coffee Roadmap. The company stressed that urgent action is needed to secure the future of coffee as climate change

The International Trade Centre (ITC) and the International Coffee Organization (ICO) reaffirmed their commitment to inclusivity and sustainability during Coffee Week in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Historically, with the exception of Ethiopia, much of Africa has viewed coffee primarily as an export commodity rather than a drink enjoyed locally. Coffee culture has remained limited in many

Addis Ababa, July 27, 2025 (Qahwa World) — The Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority, in collaboration with the International Coffee Organization (ICO) and the Inter-African Coffee Organization (IACO), hosted a dedicated African Coffee Statistical Workshop from 26 to 27 July 2025 at the Coffee Training Center in Addis Ababa. The primary focus of the workshop

The London Coffee Festival has received one of the UK’s most prestigious industry recognitions, winning the Best UK Trade Show (2,001–4,000 SQM) at the Association of Event Organisers (AEO) Excellence Awards. The award was presented at a ceremony held in London on Friday, June 13, celebrating excellence in live events across the United Kingdom. Organised

The International Trade Centre (ITC), in collaboration with the Center for Circular Economy in Coffee (C4CEC), is set to spotlight circular economy innovations at World of Coffee Geneva 2025, held from June 26 to 28 at Palexpo. The program will feature a series of curated sessions, expert panels, and networking opportunities focused on transforming coffee

The countdown has begun for the 10th edition of the Amsterdam Coffee Festival, returning to NDSM-Loods from April 3 to 5, 2025. With just one week to go, the organizers have revealed the full programme, offering a diverse mix of coffee innovation, competitions, and cultural experiences. This year’s event brings together more than 175 brands

JDE Peet’s, the world’s leading pure-play coffee and tea company, has issued a new update on its ongoing 2025 share buyback programme. The company confirmed that the programme, which aims to repurchase up to €250 million of its ordinary shares this year, is progressing in accordance with its initial plans. The programme was announced on

The International Trade Center published an important report on the journey of Ethiopian entrepreneur Ansha Yassin, who, as it was said, is leading a quiet revolution in the Ethiopian coffee industry. Given the importance of Ansha Yassin’s experience and journey, we at Qahwa World are republishing it because of the aspects it contains that may

Europe has now become Costa Rica’s top destination for its coffee exports, outpacing the United States for the first time in history. According to new data from Costa Rica’s Foreign Trade Promoter, 27,494 tons of coffee were sent to European markets in 2024—making up 42.6% of total exports—while the US, long the country’s primary buyer,

JDE Peet’s (EURONEXT: JDEP), the world’s largest pure-play coffee and tea company, has repurchased a total of 1,284,361 ordinary shares between March 3 and March 7, 2025. The average price per share was EUR 18.25, amounting to an overall investment of EUR 23.4 million. This share buyback is part of the company’s previously announced EUR

Discover how China’s demand for Cup of Excellence coffee is shifting as the market moves toward mass coffee consumption and hybrid beverages. Learn about the impact of Luckin and Cotti’s rapid expansion and economic changes on specialty coffee.

Under the title “Yemen: Coffee Cultivation Replacing Qat – A Dream Amid Challenges”, the renowned German platform Deutsche Welle published an in-depth report by journalist Qanaf Al-Saqatari. The report explores the notable shift in Yemen, where farmers are increasingly transitioning from cultivating qat to growing coffee. This transformation, while promising, faces numerous challenges. The report

  In the heart of Yemen, coffee farming is more than an economic activity; it’s a cultural legacy that ties generations together. For Saeeda, a coffee farmer from Sabr Al-Mawadem, her family’s coffee trees symbolize resilience and heritage, nurtured through love and dedication despite the challenges posed by climate change. Saeeda’s story is a reflection

The global coffee industry is abuzz as the 138th Session of the International Coffee Council (ICC) and the 6th CEOs & Global Leaders Forum kick off this week. For the first time since the pandemic, exporting and importing members of the International Coffee Organization (ICO) have gathered in London to address pivotal issues shaping the

The global coffee industry generates nearly 40 million tons of biowaste annually – equivalent to approximately seven times the weight of the Great Pyramid of Giza. Instead of ending up in landfills, these coffee by-products can be upcycled into a diverse array of products, ranging from cosmetics to health foods, and even bricks and packaging.

LONDON, March 16, 2024(QW) – Are you a student seeking invaluable experience in the realm of international affairs and economic development? The International Coffee Organization (ICO) presents an exceptional chance to dive into the world of coffee trade and development through its Internship Programme. Why ICO Internship? The ICO Internship Programme provides students with a