South America
WCR releases open-access arabica coffee genetic database
World Coffee Research (WCR) have announced the release of an arabica coffee genetic fingerprint database that will make variety authentication cheaper and simpler.
PRF Colombia returns with three coffee championships
On 14 & 15 September 2023, PRF will return to the Plaza Mayor venue in Medellín, Colombia. The event will host three coffee competitions: the Cold Brew Championship, the Global Coffee Roasting Contest, and the Olla Coffee Championship.
Robusta prices hit a 28-year in June
The ICO reports that Robustas reached a 28-year high in June amid further narrowing of the Arabica-Robusta differentials.
4C Services and Melitta Europe hold final coffee workshop
The final workshop for the joint project “Improving working and living conditions for coffee smallholders in Colombia” by 4C Services and Melitta Europa – Division Coffee was held on 25 April 2023 in Santa Marta, Colombia.
April coffee prices rise on the heels of decreasing exports
In its latest report, the ICO stated that the I-CIP expanded to 178.57 US cents/lb in April 2023, supported by decreasing exports.
Brazilian coffee sees USD $20 milllion in sales at SCA Expo
Brazil, the Coffee Nation with 29 producers showcasing their finest samples of specialty coffee has secured US$ 20 million in sales at Specialty Coffee Expo in Portland, Oregon.
Cimbria expands its green coffee activity in South America
Cimbria is expanding its activities in South America, which is expected to be one of its most promising markets.
Equator Coffees announces new seasonal blend and opening of LA café
Equator Coffees is celebrating Earth Month and the beginnings of spring with new product launches and café.
As consumption continues to rise, the ICO expects another year of supply deficit
With global green bean exports falling 20.23% to 7.94 million bags in February, the ICO sees another year of supply deficit, with a shortfall of 7.3 million bags for CY 2022/23.
National Coffee Growers Committee shortlists three candidates for FNC CEO
After extensive debate, the National Committee of Coffee Growers have selected the final shortlist of three candidates for the position of CEO of the Colombian Coffee Growers Federation (FNC).
ICO reports reduced exports for current coffee year drove up prices in February
Reduced exports for current coffee year drive the ICO’s I-CIP up 11.4% in February 2023.
USAID partners with ofi to yield greater opportunities for coffee farmers
Smallholder coffee farmers in the Junín region of Peru will benefit from a US$8.1 million fund to raise productivity and livelihoods.
Coffee prices stabilised in January, with a slight decrease
Amid fluctuations and a slight price drop, the I-CIP picked up in January.
Coffee prices end 2022 on a stable note
The ICO reported that coffee prices close 2022 securely, coalescing at around 160 US cents/lb.