Physical Climate Risk Assessment and Improved Climate Resilience of Coffee Production Supply Chains in the Central Highlands of Vietnam
Physical Climate Risk Assessment and Improved Climate Resilience of Coffee Production Supply Chains in the Central Highlands of Vietnam
Client: &Green/ Sail Ventures | Duration: December 2023 – June 2024 | Location: Vietnam
The Central Highlands accounts for 91.2% of growing area and 93.2% of production of coffee in Viet Nam. Lam Dong is one of two provinces with the largest coffee growing area and the highest production, and had the highest yield of 3.31 tons per ha, which was 17.1% higher than the average yield of the five provinces.
Coffee production in the Central Highlands faces several challenges, such as excessive use of inorganic fertilizers, improper irrigation practices, and soil degradation. In the past 10 years, natural hazards, including drought, flood, frost and soil erosion, and climate change had a negative impact on coffee production. The projected increase in dry season rainfall is likely to affect flowering patterns, possibly affecting pollination success. With rising temperatures (especially during the dry season), coffee lands that were optimal for production 20 years ago may now become less suitable. Higher temperatures put stress on the plant, reduce photosynthesis and yield, and increase the susceptibility to pests and diseases.
In addition, the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) enacted by the European Union (EU) came into force on 29 June 2023. It prohibits the import of seven commodities (and some of their derivatives), including coffee, if the production of these commodities is linked to deforestation. Meeting EUDR requirements is high on the agenda of the Government of Viet Nam. Shortly after the EUDR came into force, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) enacted the Action Plan Framework for EUDR Compliance.
Within this context, […]