
Brazil - Coffee (Green) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
The Cost of Green Coffee from Brazil Has Decreased, Now Priced at $3,825 per MT
Brazil Green Coffee Export Price in December 2022
In December 2022, the green coffee price amounted to $3,825 per ton (FOB, Brazil), shrinking by -6.5% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in February 2022 an increase of 8.1% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $4,109 per ton in May 2022; however, from June 2022 to December 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In December 2022, the highest price was recorded for prices to Belgium ($4,279 per ton) and France ($4,087 per ton), while the average price for exports to Colombia ($3,038 per ton) and Argentina ($3,235 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From January 2022 to December 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+1.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Brazil Green Coffee Exports
After three months of growth, shipments abroad of coffee (green) decreased by -15.8% to 182K tons in December 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in June 2022 with an increase of 27% month-to-month. The exports peaked at 231K tons in February 2022; however, from March 2022 to December 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, green coffee exports dropped dramatically to $697M (IndexBox estimates) in December 2022. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in February 2022 when exports increased by 31% month-to-month. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $922M. From March 2022 to December 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
Brazil Green Coffee Exports by Country
The United States (37K tons), Germany (24K tons) and Italy (16K tons) were the main destinations of green coffee exports from Brazil, together accounting for 43% of total exports. These countries were followed by Belgium, Japan, Colombia, Turkey, the Netherlands, South Korea, Spain, Argentina, the UK and France, which together accounted for a further 37%.
From January 2022 to December 2022, the biggest increases were in Argentina (with a CAGR of +10.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the United States ($140M), Germany ($97M) and Italy ($63M) were the largest markets for green coffee exported from Brazil worldwide, together comprising 43% of total exports. These countries were followed by Belgium, Japan, Turkey, Colombia, South Korea, the Netherlands, Spain, the UK, France and Argentina, which together accounted for a further 36%.
Argentina, with a CAGR of +8.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
What It Means for Producers and Consumers
As demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products continues to rise, the cost of green coffee beans have historically increased. However, in recent news, the cost of green coffee beans from Brazil has decreased, now priced at $3,825 per MT. This is great news for coffee roasters and coffee shops alike who are looking to offer high-quality coffee to their customers while also supporting environmentally responsible practices.
The decrease in price is largely due to an increase in supply from Brazil, the largest coffee producer in the world. In addition, the Brazilian Real has weakened against the US Dollar, making it more affordable for buyers. This comes at a key time as the coffee industry is facing increased pressure from consumers to offer more sustainable and ethically sourced products.
However, just because the cost of green coffee beans has decreased, it doesn't necessarily mean that the overall cost of producing sustainable coffee has gone down. In fact, many coffee farms and co-ops are investing more in eco-friendly practices such as water conservation, natural pest control, and fair labor practices which can increase the cost of production. This can ultimately translate to increased prices for consumers.
But, with the decrease in cost of green coffee from Brazil, consumers can expect to see more affordable prices for sustainable coffee in the near future. The industry as a whole is making strides towards more environmentally responsible practices and the decrease in cost of green coffee beans is just another step in the right direction.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the green coffee market in Brazil. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
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