India’s coffee export volumes declined 4.5% in 2025, even as export earnings rose sharply by 22.5%, driven by higher global prices and a favourable product mix, according to data released by the Coffee Board of India.
The drop in shipment volumes reflects supply-side pressures, including weather-related challenges in key growing regions and tighter availability of green coffee. However, stronger international prices, particularly for Arabica and value-added products such as instant coffee, helped offset the decline in quantities exported.
The Coffee Board said improved realisations in major markets, along with rising demand for premium and processed coffee, supported export revenues despite lower volumes. Instant coffee and specialty grades continued to perform well, contributing a higher share to overall export earnings.
Industry participants note that the divergence between volumes and value underscores India’s growing focus on quality, branding and value addition in coffee exports. While volume growth remains a concern, exporters see opportunities in premium markets, sustainability-linked demand and processed coffee segments to sustain earnings momentum going forward.