EP 1557 | Part 2 of 5: Brazil’s 2026 Harvest Reality (Jonas Leme Ferraresso)

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Episode Description

In Part 2 of this 5-part series, Brazilian Coffee Agronomist, Jonas Leme Ferraresso, breaks down what’s actually happening with Brazil’s 2026 coffee harvest.

While market narratives suggest a strong or even record crop, the reality on the ground is far more complex.

Jonas introduces the concept of “islands of production,” where some regions are performing well while others struggle, creating a misleading picture of total output.

We also explore the growing role of robusta (conilon), climate pressure on arabica, and why recent weather improvements may benefit future harvests, not this one.

If you’re making buying decisions based on headlines, this episode is essential listening.

Connect with Jonas Leme Ferraresso:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonas-leme-ferraresso-b5391027/ https://www.instagram.com/jonascoffeeagronomist/