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Ethiopia shoulders hopes of saving Arabica

Climate change threatens global coffee industry

Coffee lovers around the world may have to brace themselves for higher prices and less choice in the coming years as climate change threatens the global coffee industry. Arabica beans, which account for about 60% of the world’s coffee production, are particularly vulnerable to rising temperatures and changes in rainfall patterns. Ethiopia is the birthplace of Arabica coffee, and the country is now shouldering the hopes of saving the bean from extinction. The Ethiopian government has launched a number of initiatives to help coffee farmers adapt to climate change, including providing training on sustainable farming practices and distributing drought-resistant coffee seedlings. “Climate change is a serious threat to Ethiopia’s coffee industry,” said Ato Meles Mekonnen, director general of the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority. “But we are determined to do everything we can to save our coffee trees and ensure that future generations can continue to enjoy Ethiopian coffee.”

Coffee: A vital part of Ethiopian economy

Coffee is a vital part of the Ethiopian economy, accounting for about 10% of the country’s GDP. The industry employs an estimated 15 million people, and it is a major source of foreign exchange. “Coffee is not just a commodity in Ethiopia,” said Mekonnen. “It is part of our culture and our heritage.” The threat of climate change to the coffee industry is a major concern for the Ethiopian government. The country has already experienced a number of climate-related disasters in recent years, including droughts, floods, and landslides. These disasters have caused widespread damage to coffee farms and have led to a decline in production. “Climate change is already having a significant impact on coffee production in Ethiopia,” said Mekonnen. “We are seeing more extreme weather events, and the temperature is rising. This is making it difficult for coffee farmers to grow their crops.”

Ethiopia taking steps to save coffee industry

The Ethiopian government is taking a number of steps to help coffee farmers adapt to climate change. These steps include: * Providing training on sustainable farming practices * Distributing drought-resistant coffee seedlings * Building irrigation systems * Establishing climate-resilient coffee cooperatives The Ethiopian government is also working with international partners to develop new coffee varieties that are more resistant to climate change. “We are determined to do everything we can to save our coffee industry,” said Mekonnen. “We are confident that we can overcome the challenges of climate change and continue to produce high-quality coffee for the world.”