The growing cost of coffee in Brazil

In Brazil, the world’s largest coffee producer, substantial increases in farming costs are impacting roasteries and cafés both domestically and internationally. Mariana Proença explores how farmers and hospitality entrepreneurs are addressing these new challenges – and even harnessing new opportunities. English translation by K.J. Yeung

In Brazil, coffee is part of everyday life – so important that it is classed as an essential household item among food staples necessary for daily family life.