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Climate Crisis and Tariffs Threaten Coffee Industry's Future

7/30/2025

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Coffee brands are grappling with the harsh realities of climate change and U.S. tariffs, particularly a hefty 20% on Vietnamese robusta beans. As droughts jeopardize coffee yields, the industry faces an uncertain future. Rising prices may force companies to scale back on sustainable practices, raising alarms about the long-term viability of coffee farming.

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Story summary

Coffee brands are grappling with the harsh realities of climate change and U.S. tariffs, particularly a hefty 20% on Vietnamese robusta beans. As droughts jeopardize coffee yields, the industry faces an uncertain future. Rising prices may force companies to scale back on sustainable practices, raising alarms about the long-term viability of coffee farming.