Ethiopia has doubled its annual coffee production over the past five years, reaching 1 million tons, as it strives to expand its global presence as a leading coffee producer.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced that coffee trade revenues are expected to reach $2 billion this year, a significant increase from the $1.4 billion earned in 2016.
This remarkable growth is driven by modern advancements in coffee farming, including mechanized harvesting and efficient irrigation systems, which have boosted yields to as much as 60 quintals per hectare. Ethiopia’s efforts highlight its transition from a historical coffee origin to a major global coffee powerhouse.