Two of the world’s largest coffee producers — Brazil and Vietnam — have faced severe drought conditions in 2024. This has led to a dramatic reduction in coffee yields and a rise in prices for the remaining supplies.
Experts attribute the worsening dry conditions to human-driven global warming and the El Niño phenomenon, a climate event that occurs every few years.
In Brazil, deforestation has compounded the issue. According to The Washington Post, the loss of forests disrupts rainfall patterns and decreases the soil’s ability to retain moisture, further exacerbating the drought.
Meanwhile, Voice of America (VOA) reported that Vietnam experienced its worst drought in almost ten years. Additionally, ICN highlighted the damage caused by Typhoon Yagi in September, which has also negatively affected crop production.
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