Weak monsoon threatens India's 2026-27 coffee crop with 4% output decline
Rainfall deficits of 29-45% across Kodagu, Chikmagaluru, Hassan and Wayanad have stressed Arabica and Robusta yields. USDA now projects India's 2026-27 output at 6.14 million bags (3.68 lakh tonnes), a 4% decline, with pest infestations and poor berry development compounding the monsoon shortfall.
Weak southwest monsoon with 29-45% rainfall deficits across key coffee districts threatens India's 2026-27 coffee crop. USDA projects 4% output decline to 6.14 million bags amid pest infestations and poor berry development affecting Arabica and Robusta yields.