Addis Ababa: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced today that Ethiopia has doubled its annual coffee production from 500,000 tons to over 1 million tons within the past five years. The achievement was highlighted during a national coffee exhibition and awareness forum at the Ethiopian Science Museum, where Abiy credited the growth to the government’s focus on improving the macroeconomic environment and enhancing the coffee trade sector.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, Ethiopia’s coffee export revenue has also seen significant growth, reaching over $1.4 billion in the last fiscal year. The Prime Minister expressed optimism about further increasing production and revenues, aiming to secure $2 billion in export revenue this fiscal year. He noted that Ethiopia’s progress in coffee production is a result of collaboration between stakeholders, including farmers, cooperatives, and regional communities.
Abiy also provided a comparative analysis of global coffee production, noting that while Brazil produces 4 million tons and Vietnam produces 2 million tons annually, Ethiopia’s production has surged to 1 million tons, marking a significant leap. He emphasized the need for sustained efforts to improve coffee quality and access to international markets, urging Ethiopian farmers to adopt best practices in coffee farming.
On this occasion, the Prime Minister awarded farmers, exporters, and associations for their contributions to the coffee industry, which has become a cornerstone of Ethiopia’s economy.