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Author: Qahwa World – Dubai Source: USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Nairobi Date: May 19, 2026 Executive Summary: FAS Nairobi forecasts Kenya coffee production to reach 950,000 60 kg bags in MY 2026/27, a 12 percent increase over the previous estimate. The growth is driven by new harvested area, improved crop care, and farmer reinvestment

Author: Coffee World – Dubai | Source: News agencies and official sources | Date: 10 May 2026 Kenya’s coffee production rose to 51,400 tons in the 2024/2025 season Production is forecast to grow by 13.3 percent in the 2025/2026 season Kirinyaga county distributed record profits of 7.4 billion Kenyan shillings (approximately $57 million) to farmers

BONN — Qahwa World The Global Coffee Platform (GCP) has launched an unprecedented alliance with a collective €2 million investment, bringing together leading global coffee companies and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). This initiative is designed to address the structural and environmental challenges facing smallholder coffee farmers in Kenya and

Nairobi, Kenya – Qahwa World Sumseron Coffee, a Kenyan specialty coffee company, is rapidly gaining international recognition as it positions itself among Africa’s most promising coffee brands. With deep roots in Kenya’s coffee-growing heritage, the company is combining quality, sustainability, and innovation to bring premium Kenyan coffee to the world. Founded by John Seroney, Sumseron

Kipkelion West – August 2, 2025 (Qahwa World) – Kenyan specialty coffee exporter Sumseron Coffee has officially opened pre-orders for its upcoming 2026 harvest of traceable SL28 lots, cultivated between 1900–2000 meters above sea level across multiple high-potential origins in Kenya. The offering includes over 15 tons of fully washed, high-cupping coffee produced under regenerative

Dubai – August 2, 2025 (Qahwa World) – Kenyan farmer David Lenny Waweru, owner of Ruwawa Farm, shared his practical experience in regenerative agriculture during the 21st session of the Working Group on Circular Economy in Coffee, organized by the Center for Circular Economy in Coffee (C4CEC) in coordination with the Coffee Guide Network and

Kenya is witnessing a strong rebound in its coffee sector, with production forecast to grow by 13.3% in the 2025/26 marketing year, reaching 850,000 sixty-kilogram bags. This recovery is driven by high global prices, government reforms, and farmer support programs. Exports are also projected to rise by 10%, while domestic consumption is expected to increase

Liwa Minor Food & Beverages LLC, the franchise hub for The Coffee Club in the Middle East, Africa and Eastern Europe, has entered into a key partnership with Luqman Petroleum LTD to bring The Coffee Club – Australia’s favourite café experience, to East Africa. This exclusive franchise agreement grants Luqman Petroleum the rights to expand

Author: Qahwa World Source: USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Dar es Salaam Date: May 20, 2026 Executive Summary: FAS Dar es Salaam forecasts Tanzania coffee production to reach 1.6 million 60 kg bags in MY 2026/27, a 10.3 percent increase year on year. The growth is driven by rehabilitated fields from 2019 to 2024 reaching

Author: Qahwa World – Jakarta Source: USDA Foreign Agricultural Service – Jakarta Office Report Number: ID2026-0021 Date: May 15, 2026 Executive Summary • Indonesian coffee production for MY 2026/27 is forecast at 11.38 million 60-kg bags, down 8% from the previous year. • Robusta output falls to 10 million bags, a drop of 1 million

Vietnam – Ali Azakary | Qahwa World On May 4, the European Commission published its “simplification” package for the Deforestation Regulation. Some saw it as genuine relief. Others called it cosmetic. Qahwa World continues its interview series with industry experts. After Dr. Steffen Schwarz from Germany, Kim Thompson from Dubai, Burke Campbell from Honduras, and

Kenya – Ali Azakary | Qahwa World On May 4, the European Commission published its “simplification” package for the Deforestation Regulation. Some saw it as genuine relief. Others called it cosmetic. Qahwa World continues its interview series with industry experts. After Dr. Steffen Schwarz from Germany, Kim Thompson from Dubai, and Burke Campbell from Honduras,

Dubai – Ali Azakary | Qahwa World On May 4, the European Commission published its “simplification” package for the Deforestation Regulation. Some saw it as genuine relief. Others called it cosmetic. Qahwa World continues its interview series with industry experts. After Dr. Steffen Schwarz from Germany and Kim Thompson from Dubai, our third guest is

Author: Qahwa World – Dubai Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture – Foreign Agricultural Service Date: May 13, 2026 Location: Washington, D.C. Executive Summary USDA announces second tranche of Food for Peace Title II Program funding Applications accepted from 7 countries: DRC, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Haiti, Kenya, Rwanda Program transferred to USDA administration on February

Author: Qahwa World – Dubai Source: USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) – New Delhi Office Report Number: IN2026-0026 Date: May 13, 2026 Executive Summary India MY 2026/27 coffee production forecast at 6.14 million 60-kg bags Arabica yields expected to decline 8% due to excessive rainfall followed by extended dry spell Farmgate prices for Arabica down

By Ali Al Zakry · Investigative Journalism · May 11, 2026. In this report, we explore EUDR simplification and feature coffee industry voices on the topic. Soluble coffee is in, leather out, geolocation stays, but is the global coffee chain ready for 30 December 2026? Six experts from four continents give their verdict. On 4

Amsterdam – Qahwa World Leading global coffee companies have launched a landmark industry initiative aimed at transforming how deforestation risks are identified and managed across coffee-producing regions worldwide, through a unified satellite-based mapping system. The Coffee Canopy Partnership brings together major players in the global coffee value chain, including JDE Peet’s, Louis Dreyfus Company, Sucden,

By: Ennio Cantergiani – Académie du Café Specialty coffee professionals know the moment well: a Rwanda or Burundi coffee expected to showcase vibrant stone fruit notes suddenly reveals the unmistakable flavor of raw potato. This phenomenon, known as the Potato Taste Defect (PTD), affects not only flavor but also the livelihoods of farmers and the economics

Dubai — Qahwa World DXB Live, the organizer of World of Coffee Dubai, has announced the opening of registrations for World of Coffee Dubai 2027, following the strong results achieved by the 2026 edition. Organizers confirmed that 50% of the exhibition space has already been reserved, prompting exhibitors to secure their participation early in what

Dubai – Qahwa World A fresh escalation in the Middle East at the end of February has sent new shockwaves through global logistics, adding to an already fragile maritime environment shaped by two years of Red Sea disruption and intensifying geopolitical risk. Strait of Hormuz Slowdown Raises Cost Fears As of 28 February, commercial traffic

Addis Ababa – Qahwa World × Buna Kurs Day One of the 22nd African Fine Coffees Conference & Exhibition (AFCC&E) concluded in Addis Ababa with sustainability firmly positioned as the cornerstone of this year’s continental coffee dialogue. Following the morning’s high-level opening ceremony, the conference program transitioned into the 7th AFCA Sustainability Day, delivered in

Dubai – Qahwa World At a time when global commodity markets are reeling from extreme climate volatility hitting traditional production belts in Brazil and Vietnam, the African continent has emerged in the 2026 season as an indispensable strategic player. This year is more than just a bountiful harvest; it represents a geopolitical turning point in

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 The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its semi-annual report, “Coffee: World Markets and Trade,” revealing a historic milestone for the industry. While global production is projected to reach an all-time high for the 2025/26 season, the market remains under significant structural pressure. A relentless growth in consumption continues

Key Highlights Record-Breaking Participation: A record 76 producers are confirmed for the 2026 edition, marking the largest origin participation in the event’s history. Most Diverse International Line-Up: Eight national pavilions will headline the most internationally diverse World of Coffee Dubai to date, including first-time participation from Kenya and Peru. Export Growth Momentum: The announcement follows

Dubai – Qahwa World Fresh delays to the European Union’s deforestation rules have sparked mixed reactions across the global coffee sector. The updated timeline pushes the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) to the end of December 2026, following a second vote in the European Parliament earlier this year, where 402 members supported the extension and

Retail coffee prices have nearly doubled over the past five years Dubai – Qahwa World For many Canadians, the daily cup of coffee has become more than a simple pick-me-up—it’s an increasingly costly habit. A recent report from Statistics Canada shows that in August, the average price for store-bought coffee was about 28% higher than

By: Antonella Ilaria Totaro Across major coffee-producing regions such as Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, Indonesia, Ethiopia, and India, millions of small growers continue to sustain a global industry that serves billions of cups each day. With more than 12 million farms cultivating coffee over more than 10 million hectares, the sector remains deeply tied to the

Dubai – Qahwa World A recent global report on 2025 coffee consumption has revealed vast disparities in global caffeine habits, confirming that European nations maintain their historical dominance in per-capita intake. The analysis by Voronoi highlighted Lebanon as the leading consumer in the Arab world, while Gulf countries recorded the highest expenditure per cup. Luxembourg

Dubai – Qahwa World The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), in collaboration with Exporum Inc. and the Specialty Coffee Association of Japan (SCAJ), has officially announced that Tokyo, Japan will host World of Coffee 2027 and the World Barista Championship (WBC). The announcement was made during the SCAJ 2025 World Specialty Coffee Conference held in Japan.

Dubai — Qahwa World On September 20, 2025, the Financial Times published an in-depth feature tracing the extraordinary journey of James Hoffmann, who began his career hating coffee but went on to become one of its most recognized global figures. The story details how he rose from reluctant beginnings to world champion barista, YouTube celebrity,

Dubai – Qahwa World When we explore the diversity of flavors in coffee cups from different corners of the world, we find a hidden yet decisive factor at play: coffee varietals. These are the genetic roots that define coffee’s identity, much like grape varieties shape the character of wine. Through these variations, we experience the

Dubai, 18 September 2025 (Qahwa World) – Coffee, consumed in more than two billion cups every day, is more than a morning ritual. It is a global industry worth over $200 billion and a lifeline for more than 25 million smallholder farmers worldwide. Yet, according to a new report by the DMCC Coffee Centre, part of

Dubai – Qahwa World The Middle East has welcomed a new chapter in coffee education with the launch of the first edition of Youth Academy Middle East 2025, held in Dubai and organized by Simonelli Group. This pioneering program provides six young coffee talents with full scholarships to attend the prestigious SCA Coffee Skills Program,

Berlin – September 14, 2025 – (Qahwa World) – Germany, a country that does not grow coffee, has become one of the most influential players in the global coffee industry, earning more from exports than all African producing nations combined. In 2024, Germany exported over 473,000 tonnes of coffee worth €6 billion, largely by importing

Dubai, September 1, 2025 (Qahwa World) – The annual Grounds for Health Auction will return on Thursday, September 18, offering roasters around the world the chance to acquire rare, high-quality green coffees and specialty equipment while directly supporting lifesaving women’s health programs in coffee-growing communities. This year’s auction features contributions from some of the most

Qahwa World continues its “Barista Terminology” series, reaching today the fourteenth installment of this educational journey dedicated to enhancing the professional and cultural knowledge of baristas. In this episode, we examine some of the most prominent coffee-producing countries worldwide, highlighting their pivotal role in shaping the history of coffee and its global cultural and economic

Dubai, 23 August 2025 (Qahwa World) – In the world of coffee, the journey from a ripe cherry on a tropical tree to the steaming brew in your mug is a tale of art, science, and global tradition. The coffee processing stage—where the fruit is transformed into green beans ready for roasting—is the crucible where

Dubai, 18 August 2025 (Qahwa World) – A new investigation by the US-based nonprofit Clean Label Project has revealed that caffeinated coffee is largely safe from harmful toxins and contaminants, though certain risks remain present in some products. The Clean Label Project, an independent consumer advocacy organization, specializes in testing food and beverage products for

Dubai, August 16, 2025 (Qahwa World) – The African Fine Coffees Association (AFCA), in partnership with the International Coffee Organization (ICO) and with support from the project “Unlocking the Potential of African Coffee” funded by the Belgian Development Agency (ENABEL), announced an upcoming webinar on the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and its implications for

Bujumbura, August 11, 2025 – (Qahwa World) – The African Fine Coffees Association (AFCA) has announced the much-anticipated return of the Burundi National Taste of Harvest (ToH) Competition, set to take place from August 25 to September 5, 2025, in Bujumbura. Organized in partnership with the Office for the Development of Coffee of Burundi (ODECA)

Dubai – August 2025 (Qahwa World) – The Circular Economy Working Group, part of the ITC Coffee Guide Network, held its July meeting on the 16th with over 40 participants from across the global coffee sector. The session focused on regenerative agriculture as a key circular economy practice in coffee, featuring real-world insights from Kenya

Dubai – August 2, 2025 (Qahwa World) –At the 21st session of the Circular Economy Working Group in Coffee, Natalia Fernandes Carr, ESG Manager at Cooxupé, presented an overview of how Latin America’s largest coffee cooperative is integrating circular economy and sustainability principles across its operations. Speaking alongside representatives from Kenya and Brazil, Carr highlighted

August 2, 2025 – (Qahwa World) – Luiza Mantiça Kreimeier, Technical Advisor at the Brazilian National Coffee Council (CNC), shared insights into one of Brazil’s most ambitious regenerative agriculture initiatives — the Café Produtor de Água program — during the 21st session of the Circular Economy Working Group, hosted by the Center for Circular Economy in

The United States is once again sending shockwaves through the global coffee industry as the Trump administration rolls out new tariff policies that threaten to upend long-established trade flows. In just one week, a series of tariff-related announcements have cast uncertainty over major coffee-exporting nations—including Brazil, Indonesia, Vietnam, and China’s African trade relations—raising serious concerns

Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) and the African Fine Coffees Association (AFCA) have renewed and expanded a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), reaffirming their shared values and commitment to collaborate. “AFCA is committed to expanding opportunities for millions of producers in some of the most storied coffee origins in the world,” said Michael Sheridan, Chief Executive Officer

The curtains have closed on World of Coffee Geneva 2025, which concluded over the weekend with remarkable success, attracting nearly 20,000 participants from more than 140 countries to the Palexpo convention center. With vibrant participation from Europe, the United States, Brazil, Colombia, and beyond, the event reaffirmed its position as Europe’s leading specialty coffee trade

Ongoing military tensions in the Middle East—particularly involving Iran, Israel, and the United States—are raising new concerns across global supply chains, including the coffee industry. On 21 June, U.S. military action targeted Iran’s nuclear facilities, followed by a retaliatory missile attack by Iran on the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar just days later.

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 global coffee market continued its complex trajectory in May 2025, with slight adjustments in prices and exports reflecting the delicate balance between improving supply chains, mixed demand trends, and broader economic uncertainties. According to the latest Coffee Market Report released by the International Coffee Organization (ICO), the ICO Composite Indicator Price (I-CIP) averaged 334.41