Coffee has grown into a major business, and it’s no surprise that it’s now one of the most popular commodities in the world.
Coffee is popular at breakfast tables, and there seems to be a coffee shop on every corner, so it’s simple to see why it’s become such a major industry.
Coffee bean cultivation is not ideal for all climates, as they differ from country to country. As a result, some coffee-producing countries in the world are able to produce significantly more than others.
So, with that in mind, let’s take a look at the world’s top coffee-producing countries.
Brazil
Brazil is the first country on our list.
Simply put, Brazil is the world’s largest coffee grower. For example, it is estimated that Brazil produced 2,595,000 metric tonnes of coffee beans in 2016.
Surprisingly, Brazil has been the world’s largest producer of coffee for almost 150 years, with 27,000 square kilometers dedicated to the crop!
Vietnam
Vietnam, which may come as a surprise to some, is another major coffee-producing country.
Vietnam’s coffee output has increased rapidly in recent years, with only 6,000 tonnes produced in 1975. To put this into perspective, the country produced 1,650,000 metric tonnes in 2016.
Colombia
When you think of coffee, you might immediately think of Colombia, and there is a good reason for this.
Colombian coffee is famous all over the world. However, the temperature and rainfall have gradually increased in slowly.
Despite this, Colombia produced 810,000 metric tonnes of coffee beans in 2016, placing it third in the world rankings.
Indonesia
We then return to Southeast Asia. Despite not having a long history as a coffee producer, Indonesia is estimated to have produced over 660,000 metric tonnes in 2017.
Ethiopia
Ethiopia is in fifth place, with 384,000 metric tonnes produced in 2016. Ethiopia is also known for producing Arabica coffee, one of the most popular varieties on the market.
Coffee exports are a significant element of Ethiopia’s economy, accounting for 34 percent of the country’s overall exports in 2006.
Honduras
In 2016, Honduras produced 348,000 metric tonnes of coffee, virtually equal to its high output of 354,180 kilos in 2011. Honduras has overtaken other Central American countries to become the region’s leading coffee producer. Honduran coffee, on the other hand, still lacks a sense of national identity. While most people are familiar with Colombian or Ethiopian coffee, Honduran beans are mostly utilized in blends and hence are less familiar to the typical consumer.
Other nations
India, Uganda, Mexico, and Thailand are among the countries that rank near the bottom of the list. With so many countries producing coffee, the globe appears to be spoiled for choice!
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