AdvertisementIt’s still unclear exactly how El Niño will unfold. How could an El Niño affect coffee production? The vast majority of the global coffee supply is made up of two varieties: arabica and robusta. If El Niño severely reduces coffee yields and quality, consumers may end up paying higher prices, said Davis, though some of the increase might be absorbed by the coffee sector. Adaptation practices to help increase the resilience of coffee crops include mulching, cover crops, irrigation, improved shade, contour planting and barrier crops, among others, Bunn said.

Source: Washington Post May 29, 2023 16:21 UTC