A researcher from the Australian National University warns that climate change is impacting both the supply and quality of coffee, potentially making this beloved beverage a luxury item in the future. The study highlights the vulnerability of Southeast Asian coffee producers, particularly Vietnam and Indonesia, who are facing challenges due to rising costs and diminished flavor.
With supply and quality declining due to climate change s, the simple pleasure of a cup of coffee may become a costly indulgence, says this Australian National University researcher.
The long-term implications of climate change for the coffee industry are concerning. As climate conditions worsen, the supply of coffee from Southeast Asia and other key regions is likely to shrink. While some coffee producers might benefit from higher prices in the short term, the long-term outlook is bleak. Persistent climate challenges could render coffee farming unsustainable, forcing small farmers to abandon cultivation.
As supply diminishes and prices climb, consumers worldwide will feel the strain. Sustainable practices can support production, but at increasing costs. This includes investing in the research and development of climate-resilient coffee varieties, providing financial and technical assistance to farmers, promoting practices like intercropping under shade trees, and improving infrastructure to manage water resources more sustainably.
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