El Nino Drought Reduces Parchment Coffee Supply in Goroka
What happened
A coffee buyer in Goroka confirmed that an El Nino-induced drought has reduced the supply of parchment coffee reaching roadside buyers. During a normal season, buyers received 50 to 60 bags of coffee daily, but the drought has lowered this amount to 30 to 35 bags daily, according to reports from the coffee buyer.
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Why it matters
Coffee provides a financial lifeline for rural families, and the reduction in supply directly affects the local coffee trade. The drought has forced coffee farmers to stay away from their gardens this season, limiting the available harvest.
A visit to Goroka linked the historical establishment of the coffee industry.
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Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Goroka
Capital city of Eastern Highlands, Papua New Guinea
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