Ramping Up Coffee Production in India

India aims to more than double its current coffee production to 0.9 million tonnes per year by 2047. The plan includes expanding coffee cultivation to an additional 0.4 million hectares over the coming decades, while also improving both the quantity and quality of coffee.

At the 131st annual conference of the United Planters Association of South India (UPASI), Coffee Board Secretary and CEO K.G. Jagadeesha outlined the coffee sector’s vision. "We plan to boost production from 0.36 million tonnes to 0.9 million tonnes by 2047," he explained to planters in a virtual presentation. The expansion will take place in phases over the next five, ten, and twenty-three years.

India also plans to increase the share of value-added coffee from 38% to 60%, with the goal of reaching USD 6 billion in exports by 2047.

Growing Green: India’s Push for Sustainable Coffee

India aims not only to increase coffee production but also to position itself as a global leader in eco-friendly, premium coffee. Domestically, the goal is to create a stronger coffee culture, with a focus on sustainability and quality.

The projected growth will come from expanding coffee-growing areas, improving genetics, and launching a national replanting program. Additionally, India plans to introduce advanced technology and mechanization throughout the coffee value chain.

New Partnerships to Power Coffee Growth

To achieve these ambitious goals, the Coffee Board recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jain Irrigation. The agreement will provide farmers with tissue-culture propagated plants of high-performing coffee varieties. The Board is also working on better nutrient management in non-traditional areas to further boost productivity.

Finding Fresh Grounds for Coffee Expansion

A joint study by the Coffee Board and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) identified over 0.4 million hectares of land suitable for coffee cultivation. Of this, 0.2 million hectares lie in non-traditional areas like Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. Another 0.1 million hectares is located in the North-Eastern Region, with the remaining land in traditional coffee-growing states such as Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. The Coffee Board is coordinating with state governments to make this expansion possible.

India’s Coffee Footprint Expands as Global Demand Rises

India ranks as the seventh-largest coffee producer and the sixth-largest exporter in the world. Coffee is grown across 0.48 million hectares, yielding 0.36 million tonnes annually. Productivity averages 814 kgs per hectare. Two-thirds of the country's coffee production is exported, with exports consistently exceeding USD 1 billion over the last three years.

Conclusion: Coffee Expansion Plan to Elevate India’s Coffee Industry

India’s plan to double coffee production and become a leader in sustainable coffee is expected to elevate the industry to new heights. With a focus on innovation, area expansion, and strong exports, the coffee sector looks set for impressive growth over the coming decades.

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