Coffee lovers worldwide may soon feel the pinch as global coffee prices hit a five-year high due to climate-related disruptions in key producing countries. Brazil, Colombia, and Vietnam — which collectively produce over 60% of the world’s coffee — have faced extreme weather conditions including droughts, floods, and heatwaves.

Arabica coffee prices have soared by over 30% since the beginning of the year, driven by reduced yields and rising transportation costs. Analysts warn the trend could continue into next year unless production stabilizes.

Farmers are also grappling with higher costs of fertilizers and labor shortages, further straining the supply chain. As a result, major coffee brands are already signaling price hikes in retail markets.

“This is a wake-up call for the coffee industry to invest in climate-resilient farming,” said Maria Ortega, a food economist at the International Agriculture Institute. She added that smallholder farmers, who grow most of the world’s coffee, are the hardest hit and need urgent support.

Consumers are being encouraged to buy from certified sustainable sources to help support vulnerable producers.