Coffee : India Is Now The Seventh-Largest Producer
India is now the seventh-largest coffee producer globally with exports reaching $1.29 billion in FY 2023-24, almost double the $719.42 million in 2020-21.
Climatic Conditions for Coffee Cultivation:
- Temperature: Ideal range is 15°C to 28°C.
- Rainfall: Requires 150-250 cm of annual rainfall.
- Soil: Grows best in well-drained, loamy soil rich in humus and minerals like iron and calcium.
- Climate: Thrives in a hot, humid climate with shaded plantations.
- Elevation: Typically cultivated at altitudes of 600–1,600 meters above sea level.
India in Coffee Production:
- Global Ranking: India ranks seventh in global coffee production.
- Exports: Over 70% of coffee production is exported, with Italy, Belgium, and Russia being major buyers.
- State-wise Production:
- Karnataka: Largest producer, contributing over 70% of India’s coffee.
- Kerala: Second largest producer.
- Tamil Nadu: Third in production.
