Cyclone Fengal Disrupts Coffee Production in Kodagu

Vietnam's coffee supply is facing short-term disruptions due to farmers hoarding beans and recent heavy rains delaying the harvest. Hoarding is driven by expectations of higher domestic prices, compounded by a 15-day delay in harvesting caused by storms. In India, unseasonal rains have raised concerns among farmers in Ganjam and Sundargarh districts, where moisture has damaged harvested paddy crops, potentially impacting market eligibility and pricing. Farmers are appealing for government support, including compensation and free seeds for future planting. Cyclone Fengal has also severely affected coffee growers in Kodagu, Karnataka, where excessive rainfall is causing premature fruit drops and complicating the drying process, risking crop quality and market returns. Overall, these weather-related challenges highlight the vulnerability of agricultural production to climatic fluctuations.