America Could Run Out Of Coffee
America’s coffee supply has started to collapse. As prices have increased 70% since November, traders and rosters have cut their purchases to historically low levels. Retailers, Reuters reports, are “pushing back” on prices, which means their purchases will likely fall.
The coffee economic systems have been stressed enough that the coffee supply to American consumers and chains like Starbucks faces significant interruption. That, in turn, will push consumers’ prices even higher. There is a limit, although no one knows what it is when demand quickly fades.
Starbucks
Several organizations, led by Starbucks, have spread their sources of coffee widely. This includes 450,000 farmers who produce arabica beans; whether this protects Starbucks’ supply depends on where they are. Most US coffee comes from Vietnam and Brazil.
Brazil And Vietnam
America has had two coffee shortages during World War II and 2021. The problem in 2021 was related, to some extent, to the COVID-19 pandemic. It eased as infections did. The current climate-driven shortage could be longer and perhaps permanent.
People can turn to alternative drinks. Lemon water and Yerba mate are examples. But, they may not suffice for many. And that means, prices will continue up
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