Tea, Coffee & Cocoa – Trade & Market Updates
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Kenya’s Kirinyaga coffee farmers earn record US$57.2M as payouts hit US$1.21 per kg
Kirinyaga coffee farmers post record Kes 7.4 billion earnings, driven by higher payouts, improved production, and strong cooperative performance in the 2025/2026 season.
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Kenya’s Tea Industry: Restoring Leadership through Reforms
Kenya is not just known for its wildlife and scenic landscapes; it’s also the world’s leading exporter of black tea. Tea is the backbone of Kenya’s agriculture,…
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Brazil cocoa bean receipts surge 61% in Q1 2026 as grinding stalls amid weak demand
Brazil’s cocoa receipts rise sharply in early 2026, but grinding activity stagnates as weak demand and falling global prices highlight ongoing market imbalances.
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Kenya coffee sector earns US$191.3M for HY 2025/2026
Kenya’s coffee earnings rise to KES 24.7 billion as high-quality grades dominate auctions and reforms aim to boost production and farmer incomes.
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Kenya intensifies coffee sector reforms to boost production
Kenya ramps up coffee reforms with funding, governance changes and seedling distribution to revive production and boost farmer incomes across traditional and emerging growing regions.