Coffee is not just an agricultural commodity—it is one of the most traded products worldwide and a vital part of the global supply chain. For producers, distributors, and roasters, understanding the journey of whole bean coffee from farm to cup is critical to ensuring consistent quality and market competitiveness.
The coffee industry, both in Vietnam and worldwide, continues to evolve with greater emphasis on quality, sustainability, and efficiency. For producers, distributors, and roasters, understanding the post-harvest process is essential to ensure consistent quality in whole bean coffee products. Among the most effective methods used globally is raised bed drying coffee, a technique that enhances […]
Robusta coffee prices soared nearly 50% in August, while arabica rose more than 34%. Consumers, who have already been paying more for their morning cup, now face further pressure as new tariffs drive prices higher—pushing the coffee futures market to its strongest monthly gain in over a decade.
Coffee prices rebounded today, with Rabobank noting that although the rally may have slowed, the possibility of further short-term gains cannot be ruled out. Speculative activity continues to play a major role amid low inventory levels and limited market liquidity.
Consulting firm StoneX has forecast Brazil’s coffee output for the 2025–2026 crop year at 62.3 million bags, down 5.46% from the previous season. The decline is driven mainly by a sharp fall in arabica production, which is expected to drop 18.4% to around 36.5 million bags. According to StoneX, Brazil’s arabica harvest for the 2025–2026 […]
Coffee prices turned lower on Thursday across major exchanges after J.M. Smucker Co.—owner of Folgers and Café Bustelo—announced further coffee price hikes to offset rising costs from higher tariffs. The news sparked concerns that sustained price increases could weigh on consumer demand.
Coffee prices posted strong gains across major exchanges on Wednesday, with robusta surging by $171/ton to break the $5,000 mark. The market was buoyed by declining inventories and accelerated buying from U.S. roasters after Washington imposed a 50% import tariff on Brazilian coffee.
Coffee prices continued to move in opposite directions on Tuesday, with robusta extending gains while arabica fell for the second straight session. The market is undergoing a technical correction after becoming overbought following the recent sharp rally.
On a day when the London exchange was closed for a public holiday, arabica coffee prices in New York edged lower. The market, however, remains supported by shrinking certified ICE inventories and expectations of a smaller arabica crop in Brazil than initially forecast.
This guide serves as a professional due diligence framework, forged from decades of on-the-ground experience in global coffee supply chains. It is designed to equip you with a systematic, four-stage process to identify, scrutinize, and secure a reliable, long-term supplier. We will move beyond surface-level evaluations to build a comprehensive understanding of your potential partners, ensuring the Vietnam green coffee beans you source not only meet your quality specifications but are also backed by a professional and resilient operation. Mastering this process is the key to unlocking the immense value Vietnam has to offer while intelligently mitigating the inherent risks of a complex global supply chain.
