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Colombia’s Coffee Market: Record Output, Rising Prices, and a Shift in Trade Dynamics

Colombia’s Coffee Market: Record Output, Rising Prices, and a Shift in Trade Dynamics

Coffee lovers, wine enthusiasts, tea devotees—Colombia’s coffee market is in a rare moment of sustained strength. The USDA FAS report reveals production is still near record levels, even as output dips slightly from last year. With 13.8 million bags forecast for 2025/26, Colombia remains a powerhouse, though signs of fatigue are emerging. The 2024/25 surge, fueled by aggressive pruning and a weak La Niña, has left plantations struggling to maintain momentum. Prolonged rains now threaten flowering, hinting at a potential slowdown. Yet, the numbers tell a different story: exports are still robust, with the U.S. absorbing nearly 40% of the…
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South America’s Coffee Chronicles: From Colombia to Bolivia

South America’s Coffee Chronicles: From Colombia to Bolivia

Here’s something to stir your curiosity: South America isn’t just a continent—it’s a coffee epicenter, with six countries crafting some of the world’s most iconic beans. From Colombia’s storied legacy to Bolivia’s high-altitude secrets, these regions have shaped the global coffee map. Let’s unravel their stories. Colombia, the second-largest producer after Brazil, is where coffee’s reputation for quality was forged. By the 1800s, it had spread its seeds across the country, creating a vast, diverse crop. The Federación Nacional de Cafeteros de Colombia, launched in 1927, revolutionized the industry, lifting millions out of poverty but also obscuring some of its…
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A Hyattsville Resident Brews a New Specialty Coffee Venture: Introducing Ritual Specialty Coffee

A Hyattsville Resident Brews a New Specialty Coffee Venture: Introducing Ritual Specialty Coffee

Nicolas Moreno, a resident of Hyattsville, is stirring up a storm in the Route 1 corridor with his new venture, Ritual Specialty Coffee. With a passion for coffee ignited by his Colombian heritage, Moreno took his love for the bean to the next level, diving headfirst into the art of roasting. Moreno's journey led him to establish Ritual Specialty Coffee, focusing on premium-grade Colombian beans from Valle del Cauca. These top-tier beans have earned a coveted place among the highest-ranked by the Specialty Coffee Association. As he fine-tunes his business strategy and conducts market research, Moreno harbors ambitions of expanding…
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