The global coffee market and its value chain: opportunities and challenges for smallholder participation
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Coffee value chain, global coffee market, small coffee producers, price volatilityAbstract
In recent years, the global coffee market has undergone significant changes, driven by steadily rising demand and a shift toward high-quality products. This article analyzes the literature on the international coffee market, addressing the value chain, global trade, specialty coffee consumption trends, and the volatility of international prices. The research was conducted through a systematic literature review following the PRISMA guidelines. The results reveal an unequal distribution of value within the global coffee chain, where small-scale producers face constraints in capturing greater economic benefits. In this context, post-harvest processing is identified as a strategic link for value capture, highlighting the potential of controlled fermentation processes to improve coffee quality and strengthen small-scale producers’ participation in higher-value-added segments.
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