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ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia \u2014 Ethiopia<\/strong>\u2019s coffee sector is experiencing one of its strongest periods in recent history, with national productivity, export volumes, and foreign-exchange earnings showing significant improvement, including a record $2.6 billion generated from exports<\/strong>. This progress was announced during the annual National Coffee Exhibition and Recognition Program held this morning at the Science Museum in Addis Ababa.<\/p>\n

The event brought together senior federal officials, regional leaders, producers, exporters, cooperatives, and global partners, underscoring the growing momentum in Ethiopia\u2019s coffee value chain.<\/p>\n

Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh and Minister of Trade and Regional Cooperation Kassahun Gofe (PhD) highlighted the progress achieved through large-scale reforms, improved farm management practices, and expanded supply-chain modernization.<\/p>\n

Record export performance<\/h3>\n

For the first time in Ethiopia\u2019s history, the country exported 470,000 tons of coffee, generating over USD 2.6 billion in the 2017 Ethiopian fiscal year (which concluded July 7, 2025). Officials announced a national target of exporting 600,000 tons and exceeding USD 3 billion in the current fiscal year.<\/p>\n

More than 9 billion seedlings have been planted over the past seven years, while 700,000 hectares of old coffee farms have been renovated\u2014efforts credited with stabilizing output and boosting productivity across key producing regions.<\/p>\n

Productivity rising across the country<\/h3>\n

National averages have increased from a long-standing 6\u20137 quintals (600\u2013700 kg) per hectare to 9 quintals (900 kg) today. Model farmers in several regions are consistently achieving 15\u201320 quintals per hectare, while some modernized estates\u2014utilizing improved varieties and technology\u2014have reported yields as high as 60 quintals per hectare.<\/p>\n

Officials emphasized that these gains reflect Ethiopia\u2019s potential to reinforce its position among the world\u2019s leading coffee-producing countries.<\/p>\n

Economic reforms strengthening competitiveness<\/h3>\n

Minister Kassahun Gofe noted that Ethiopia\u2019s domestic economic reforms are reshaping export performance by improving market access, streamlining production, and pushing value-added coffee processing to the forefront.<\/p>\n

He encouraged exporters, producers, and cooperatives to prepare for higher standards and deeper global integration as Ethiopia expands its participation in multiple international trade frameworks.<\/p>\n

Sector transformation and future priorities<\/h3>\n

Dr. Adugna Debela, Director General of the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority, said that reforms implemented in recent years have significantly improved coffee quality, consistency, and global demand. Alongside coffee, tea and spices are also emerging as promising sub-sectors for export growth.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead, federal leaders underscored the importance of:<\/h3>\n
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  • *\u00a0Expanding technology-driven production<\/li>\n
  • 22*\u00a0Strengthening value-added coffee exports<\/li>\n
  • *\u00a0Improving global market promotion<\/li>\n
  • *\u00a0Enhancing supply-chain coordination<\/li>\n
  • *\u00a0Replicating success in tea and spice value chains<\/li>\n
  • *\u00a0Advancing Ethiopia\u2019s long-term green growth strategy<\/li>\n
  • Recognition of Excellence Across the Value Chain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    As part of the program, the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority highlighted multiple award categories designed to acknowledge outstanding contributions across the sector. These included:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • *\u00a0Green Coffee Exporters<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Best Coffee Farmers\/Producers<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Coffee Supplier\/Exporter (General)<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Best Coffee Farms and Estates<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Women in the Coffee Value Chain<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Cooperative Unions in Coffee Export<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Value-Added Coffee Exporters<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Regional Coffee Supply Leaders<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Primary Coffee Cooperatives<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Top-Priced Coffee Exporters<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Supporting Stakeholders and NGOs<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Tea Development and Expansion<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Spice Exporters<\/li>\n
    • *\u00a0Government and Policy Stakeholders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      The categories reflect the sector\u2019s diverse actors\u2014from smallholder farmers and estates to exporters, cooperatives, and global partners\u2014showcasing the collaborative efforts driving Ethiopia\u2019s coffee transformation.<\/p>\n

      Buna Kurs will continue to monitor developments within the sector and provide dedicated coverage of major industry milestones, stakeholder perspectives, and the evolving national reform agenda shaping Ethiopia\u2019s coffee economy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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