India’s Coffee Exports Surge to Record High in FY24

India’s coffee exports have reached a remarkable milestone, achieving a record $1.14 billion between April and November of FY24, marking a 29% increase from the same period last year. The growth has been fueled by rising global demand for Robusta coffee and supply chain challenges faced by major coffee-producing nations like Brazil and Vietnam. India’s high-quality coffee, primarily from Karnataka, has carved a niche in premium global markets, further driving this surge.

Key Highlights

Export Growth

  • Record exports of $1.14 billion in April-November FY24, up 29% from FY23 ($803.8 million).
  • Total exports in 2023-24 rose by 12.22%, reaching $1.28 billion.
  • Major export markets: Italy, Russia, UAE, Germany, and Turkey.

Factors Driving Growth

  • Rising Robusta Prices: Prices peaked at $4,667 per metric ton, a 63% increase from the previous year.
  • Supply Challenges in Competitor Nations
  • Brazil’s output dropped due to drought and high temperatures.
  • Vietnam’s yields remain below historic highs.
  • EU Deforestation Regulation: Stockpiling ahead of the regulation’s December enforcement boosted demand for Indian coffee.

India’s Coffee Global Standing

  • India is the 8th largest coffee grower globally.
  • India Produces two types of coffee.
  • Arabica: Premium value due to mild aromatic flavor.
  • Robusta: Strong flavor, used in blends, accounting for 72% of India’s production.
  • India is the 5th largest Robusta producer globally.

Regional Contributions

  • Karnataka: Largest producer, contributing 71% of India’s coffee.
  • Kerala: Second largest, contributing 20%.
  • Tamil Nadu: Third largest, contributing 5%, with Nilgiri district as a major Arabica-growing region.
  • Smaller contributions from Odisha and northeastern states.

Economic Impact

  • Provides direct employment to over 2 million people.
  • Export-oriented production ensures limited impact from domestic consumption trends.

Challenges Ahead

  • EU’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
  • Aims to prevent imports linked to deforested lands.
  • May increase export costs and challenge India’s $1.3 billion agricultural export market.
Summary/Static Details
Why in the news? India’s Coffee Exports Surge to Record High in FY24
Export Milestone $1.14 billion (April-November FY24), 29% growth from FY23
Annual Export Growth 12.22% increase to $1.28 billion in 2023-24
Key Markets Italy, Russia, UAE, Germany, Turkey
Robusta Price Surge 63% increase, peaking at $4,667 per metric ton
India’s Global Rank 8th largest coffee grower; 5th largest Robusta producer
Major Producing States Karnataka (71%), Kerala (20%), Tamil Nadu (5%) Also Odisha and NE States Contributes in smaller portions
Economic Impact Employment for 2 million+ workers
Challenges EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) impacting export costs
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