Weak monsoon threatens India's 2026-27 coffee crop with 4% output decline projected
Rain deficits of 29-45% across Kodagu, Chikmagaluru, Hassan and Wayanad have stressed Arabica and Robusta plantations. USDA projects India's 2026-27 output falling 4% to 3.68 lakh tonnes (6.14 million bags), with rising pest infestations compounding the shortfall for retail coffee brands.
Weak southwest monsoon with 29-45% rain deficits in key coffee districts threatens India's 2026-27 coffee crop, with USDA projecting 4% output decline to 3.68 lakh tonnes amid rising pest infestations in Arabica and Robusta plantations.
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