A new report from TechnoServe, a U.S.-based nonprofit, highlights the potential benefits of regenerative agriculture in the coffee industry, with backing from two of the world’s largest coffee companies. The report, titled “The Regenerative Coffee Investment Case,” argues that investing in regenerative farming practices could significantly boost income for smallholder coffee farmers and help reduce the environmental impact of coffee production.
According to the report, transitioning to regenerative agriculture could raise smallholder farmers’ income by 62% on average. It also suggests that coffee production and exports could increase by around 30%. Furthermore, the shift to regenerative practices could lower greenhouse gas emissions by 3.5 million tons of CO2e per year, while also restoring and protecting natural environments.
Paul Stewart, global coffee director at TechnoServe, emphasized the long-term value of regenerative agriculture, stating, “These findings confirm what we’ve seen from working with farmers for decades: Regenerative agriculture is not only beneficial for the environment but also crucial for smallholder livelihoods and the future of the coffee industry.” He added that it is an investment that benefits farmers, businesses, and the planet.
The report focuses on smallholder farmers in nine major coffee-producing countries: Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, Honduras, Indonesia, Uganda, Ethiopia, Peru, and Kenya. TechnoServe’s research suggests that a $560 million annual investment in regenerative practices in seven of these countries (excluding Brazil and Vietnam) could generate $2.6 billion in additional coffee exports and $2.1 billion in yearly farmer income.
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