Key Takeaways
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- Ethiopia exports 240,260 tons of coffee in six months, hitting 153% of planned volume
- Revenue totals $988 million, surpassing a $714 million target by 127%
- Nekmet, along with Sidama, Jimma, Yirgacheffe, and Limu, accounts for 90% of foreign coffee sales
- Germany, Belgium, and Saudi Arabia stand out as top buyers
Ethiopia’s Coffee Boom
Ethiopia’s coffee industry is enjoying a remarkable run, posting robust gains in both export volume and earnings over the past six months. According to the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority, the country shipped 240,260 tons of coffee—far outpacing the official target of 133,063 tons—and generated $988 million in revenue, well above the $714 million forecast for the period.
“We’re seeing the impact of operational improvements and strong global demand,”
says Shafi Umer, Deputy Director-General of the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority.
“Coffee continues to be the backbone of Ethiopia’s export strategy.”
Nekmet’s Rising Star
One of the biggest drivers of this exceptional performance has been Nekmet coffee, a fast-emerging brand that is increasingly dominating Ethiopia’s coffee landscape. Alongside established varieties like Sidama, Jimma, Yirgacheffe, and Limu, Nekmet now accounts for 90% of total coffee exports. Industry insiders point to Nekmet’s distinctive flavor profile and consistent quality as key factors behind its surge in global markets.
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