The journal Nature published a study conducted in Ethiopia. One of the largest producers of the fragrant beans in danger of losing almost 60% suitable for coffee cultivation lands. This is due to global climate change in the country.

In addition, in connection with the increase in temperature will decrease the period of aging coffee beans that can make them less flavorful.

The quality of the product will have an impact that, according to World Coffee Research, by 2050 it is expected to increase demand for coffee by two times the reduction in the area for its cultivation by almost half.

The reduction of areas for the cultivation of coffee can have a negative impact on the economy and politics of Ethiopia. As reported by RNS, 15 million people, representing 16% of the population depend on coffee sales. And 25% of the total export earnings of the country have on the cultivation of Arabica.

Photo: zharimkofe.ru