Coffee Production and Consumption Statistics 2026: Key Facts
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The world is about to grow more coffee than ever before. According to the US Department of Agriculture’s July 2026 forecast, global output for the 2026/27 season should reach a record 189.7 million 60-kg bags, while consumption also hits a record 179.7 million bags. Those two figures are the headline coffee production and consumption statistics of the year, and behind them sits a surprisingly concentrated industry: two countries grow more than half of the world’s coffee.
Below you will find the key numbers in clear tables, the main producing and consuming regions, trade flows, and a worked example that turns millions of bags into cups. All figures come from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service report Coffee: World Markets and Trade (July 2026) unless stated otherwise.
Key takeaways
- World production for 2026/27 is forecast at a record 189.7 million bags, up 10.8 million on the previous season.
- Brazil (71.9 million bags) and Vietnam (32.5 million) together grow about 55% of the world’s coffee.
- Arabica makes up about 56% of the forecast and Robusta about 44%.
- The EU (42.5 million bags) and the US (about 27 million bags) are the biggest consuming markets in the report.
- World consumption of 179.7 million bags works out, very roughly, to around 2.5 billion cups a day.
In this article
- World coffee totals
- Top producing countries
- Arabica vs Robusta
- Coffee production and consumption statistics by market
- What the numbers mean in cups
- FAQ
World coffee totals at a glance
Coffee is counted in 60-kilogram bags of green (unroasted) coffee, the traditional unit of the trade. Roasted and instant coffee are converted back to green-bean equivalents.
| Indicator (million 60-kg bags) | 2025/26 | 2026/27 forecast | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| World production | 178.8 | 189.7 (record) | +10.8 |
| Arabica production | 94.4 | 105.9 | +11.4 |
| Robusta production | 84.4 | 83.8 | −0.6 |
| World consumption | 173.5 | 179.7 (record) | +6.3 |
| Bean exports | 119.5 | 131.4 (record) | +11.9 |
| Ending stocks | 24.4 | 26.3 | +1.9 |
Production growing faster than consumption usually means more comfortable supply, and the report notes that the ICO composite price had already fallen by about 25% over the preceding seven months. If you follow coffee prices, our guide to the coffee C price explains how the futures market reacts to forecasts like this one.
Top coffee producing countries
| Country | Production 2026/27 | Share of world | Bean exports 2026/27 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 71.9 | 37.9% | 45.0 |
| Vietnam | 32.5 | 17.1% | 25.4 |
| Colombia | 13.4 | 7.1% | 12.2 |
| Ethiopia | 12.1 | 6.4% | 7.1 |
| Indonesia | 11.4 | 6.0% | 7.0 |
| Uganda | 7.2 | 3.8% | 6.8 |
| Honduras | 6.0 | 3.2% | 5.5 |
| Peru | 4.8 | 2.5% | 4.3 |
Figures in million 60-kg bags. Shares calculated from the USDA world total of 189.7 million bags.
Brazil: the giant
Brazil’s forecast of 71.9 million bags is up 8.9 million on the previous season, driven by a larger Arabica harvest (47.5 million bags) alongside 24.4 million bags of Robusta. Brazil is also a major drinker: domestic consumption is put at 22.4 million bags, about 31% of its own harvest. Read more in our guide to Brazilian coffee.
Vietnam: the Robusta powerhouse
Vietnam grows 32.5 million bags, of which 31.4 million are Robusta. Most of it is exported, which is why Vietnam shapes the price of instant coffee and espresso blends worldwide.
Notable movers
- Colombia is up 0.9 million bags to 13.4 million.
- Indonesia is down 1.0 million bags to 11.4 million.
- Ethiopia, the birthplace of Arabica, is up to 12.1 million bags and drinks a large part of its own crop: domestic use is about 5.0 million bags.
Arabica vs Robusta: the split
In the 2026/27 forecast, Arabica accounts for 105.9 million bags (about 56%) and Robusta for 83.8 million bags (about 44%). Arabica rose sharply thanks to Brazil, while Robusta dipped slightly. Robusta is hardier and grown at lower altitudes; Arabica is generally sweeter and more aromatic. Our Arabica vs Robusta article compares them in the cup.
Coffee production and consumption statistics by market
| Market | Consumption 2026/27 (million bags) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| European Union | 42.5 | Imports 50.0 million bags of beans |
| United States | 26.95 | Total imports 26.9 million bags |
| Brazil | 22.4 | Largest producing-country market |
| Ethiopia | 5.0 | Strong home coffee culture |
| Vietnam | 5.0 | Growing domestic café scene |
Per person: a rough estimate
The USDA report gives national totals, not per-person figures, but you can estimate them. Using approximate populations of 340 million for the US and 450 million for the EU:
- US: 26.95 million bags × 60 kg ÷ 340 million people ≈ 4.8 kg of green coffee per person per year.
- EU: 42.5 million bags × 60 kg ÷ 450 million people ≈ 5.7 kg per person per year.
These are averages that include non-drinkers and children, so actual coffee drinkers consume more. Habits also vary widely between countries; Norway’s coffee culture is one example of a nation that takes its daily cups seriously.
What the numbers mean in cups: a worked example
Million-bag figures are hard to picture, so here is a back-of-the-envelope conversion. Treat it as an illustration, not an official statistic.
- Bags to kilograms: 179.7 million bags × 60 kg = about 10.8 million tonnes of green coffee consumed.
- Green to roasted: the USDA converts roasted coffee to green with a factor of 1.19, because beans lose weight in the roaster. 10.8 million tonnes ÷ 1.19 ≈ 9.1 million tonnes of roasted coffee.
- Roasted to cups: at about 10 g of coffee per cup, 9.1 million tonnes ≈ 906 billion cups a year.
- Per day: 906 billion ÷ 365 ≈ 2.5 billion cups a day.
Change the dose and the answer moves: at 15 g per cup, it drops to about 1.7 billion cups a day. Instant coffee, which uses a conversion factor of 2.6, stretches the numbers further. If you want to do this math for your own kitchen, our coffee to water ratio guide helps you pick a realistic dose.
From the statistics to your cup
Behind every bag in these tables is a farm in a specific place. At Feel Espresso you can taste several of the countries above side by side: Brazil Santos for smooth cocoa and nut notes, Colombia from the mountains of Antioquia with dried orange and chocolate, and Robusta from West Java, Indonesia, full-bodied with cacao and malt. Browse all our single origins; every bag is roasted 1–5 days before delivery.
Coffee statistics FAQ
Which country produces the most coffee?
Brazil, by a wide margin: 71.9 million bags in the USDA’s 2026/27 forecast, about 38% of world production. Vietnam is second with 32.5 million bags.
How much coffee is produced in the world each year?
The USDA forecasts 189.7 million 60-kg bags for 2026/27, about 11.4 million tonnes of green coffee, a record.
Is coffee consumption still growing?
Yes. World consumption is forecast at a record 179.7 million bags for 2026/27, up 6.3 million bags on the previous season.
How much does a bag of coffee weigh in these statistics?
Industry statistics use a standard bag of 60 kg of green coffee. Roasted and soluble coffee are converted to green-bean equivalents.
Does the US or Europe drink more coffee?
The EU as a whole consumes more (42.5 million bags vs about 27 million for the US), and also slightly more per person by a rough estimate.
Sources
- Coffee: World Markets and Trade, USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, July 2026.
Facts checked in October 2026.
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