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How has robusta production in Nicaragua developed in recent years?

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The latter is an indication that global demand for robusta has been increasing in recent months – thanks in part to rising arabica prices in 2021 and 2022 , which have since fallen to between US 180 cents/lb. You may also like our article on whether coffee roasters should add robusta to blends if arabica prices increase.

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Exploring the impact of long-term sustainable coffee sourcing

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What’s more, despite the current high C price , the coffee market has historically been volatile. As recently as 2018, the market price fluctuated around US $1/lb – undoubtedly leading many smallholders into further poverty. Certifications can be a significant component of direct trade models.

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Coffee News Recap, 1 Apr: Research finds coffee may increase life expectancy, ICO supports producer living wage programme & other stories

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Roasters from 9 countries placed 49 bids on the coffees up for auction, with prices up to 2.5 Certification body 4C publishes first Approach & Impact report. The company, which manufactures Keurig coffee capsules, hopes to achieve net positive water impact by 2050. The tin can be used for both whole bean and ground.