Did you know coffee grows best in specific climates? There are only certain regions in the world suitable for coffee production, and they are known as the "Bean Belt." However, rising temperatures, unpredictable weather, drought, water scarcity, soil degradation, and other effects caused by climate change may harm coffee crops, leading to decreased yields and reduced income in affected areas.
According to the World Coffee Research annual report, 47% of global coffee production comes from countries that could lose over 60% of their suitable land by 2050. Even less-affected regions are likely to lose up to 30% of their coffee-growing areas due to climate change.
What does this mean to us? Higher coffee prices as global demand increases and supply decreases; potential threats to Arabica (Coffea arabica), which makes up over 60% of global production due to its sensitivity to temperature and pests; and greater reliance on Robusta (Coffea canephora) which is known for its resilience but distinct flavor profile.
These make sustainable practices and climate adaptation in coffee production more critical than ever. Get to know more about such practices when you enroll in our online course on “Regenerative Agriculture para sa Climate-Resilient na Sistema ng Pagkakape”. It’s a 2-module course that delves into the impacts of climate change on coffee farming, and presents regenerative agriculture strategies to mitigate these effects. The course was developed by Nestlé Philippines, and the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ).