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How will the weak onset of the south west monsoon affect India's coffee output?

India's 2026-27 coffee output may decline by 4 per cent The weak onset of the south west monsoon has caused significant rainfall deficiencies in India's key coffee growing districts, such as Kodagu in Karnataka and Wayanad in Kerala. This unfavorable weather is expected to hurt yields, leading the US Department of Agriculture's local office in Mumbai to predict a 4 per cent decline in India’s 2026-27 coffee output. The projected output is estimated at 6.14 million bags of 60 kg each, or 3.68 lakh tonnes.

Reported by 2 independent outlets Written Sep 26
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  • Cumulative rainfall in Kodagu, Karnataka, is estimated at 35 per cent deficiency (169.3 mm vs 262.2 mm normal) as of June 1-17, 2026.thehindubusinessline.com
  • The US Department of Agriculture predicted a 4 per cent decline in India’s 2026-27 coffee output.thehindubusinessline.com
  • The projected output of 6.14 million bags comprised 1.56 million bags of Arabica and 4.58 million bags of Robusta.thehindubusinessline.com
  • Wayanad, Kerala, has a rainfall shortfall of 45 per cent (171.7 mm vs 311.2 mm normal).thehindubusinessline.com

Why it matters

Coffee is a vital agricultural commodity for India, and its production is highly dependent on predictable monsoon patterns. A decline in output affects not only the agricultural sector but also the national economy, impacting revenue and supply chains for both domestic and international markets.

The reports highlight that the poor monsoon has already led to secondary issues, including huge white stem borer infestations and bad berry development. These factors compound the yield loss, suggesting that the impact on the final crop size could be more severe than the initial 4 per cent prediction.

What we don't know yet

  • What are the final crop projections from the state-run Coffee Board for 2026-27?
  • Will the monsoon recover sufficiently to mitigate the current rainfall deficiencies?

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The monsoon receives a strong, sustained recovery in July and August.The negative impact on crop size and yield could be significantly reduced, potentially stabilizing the projected output.
Pest infestations, such as the white stem borer, spread uncontrollably across major growing regions.The yield decline could be much stronger than the 4 per cent prediction, leading to a more severe national supply shock.

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