News: According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India has emerged as the world’s seventh-largest coffee producer, with exports reaching $1.29 billion in FY 2023-24, almost double the $719.42 million recorded in 2020-21.
About Coffee production in India
- The historical origin of India’s coffee production can be traced to 1600AD when Baba Budan, a holy saint, planted seven seeds of Mocha coffee in Baba Budan Giris in Karnataka.
- The commercial plantation of coffee started only in 18th century owing to the efforts of British entrepreneurs.
- India produces two major types of coffee: Arabica and Robusta.
- Arabica has a higher market value due to its mild aromatic flavour.
- Robusta is used in making various blends due to its strong flavour.
- Climate required for coffee production:
- It requires a temperature ranging between 15°C and 28 °C.
- Ideal annual rainfall between 150 to 250 cm.
- Coffee requires a warm and wet climate and well drained loamy soil.
- Hill slopes are more suitable for the growth of this crop.
- The leading producer of coffee in India is Karnataka followed by Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
About Coffee Board of India
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