14/11/2021
Extreme weather conditions in Brazil, which is the world’s biggest supplier of coffee beans, may lead to more expensive cups of coffees. Global coffee prices are forecast to jump to $4.44 a kilogram this year following a string of droughts and pandemic supply chain issues accompanied by a Brazilian cold snap.
The increasing volatility of extreme weather events in Brazil can be attributed to climate change.
Aside from coffee, the world can see impacts in supply of wine and chocolate, all items known to require specific conditions to thrive.
If the world's temperature continues to rise, we can expect extreme weather conditions to continue, more farmers to lose their livelihoods, and consumers to lose experiences and products that they love.