India’s Coffee Exports Surge 25% to 2.42 Lakh Tonne in H1 FY27

Oct 02 2026. India’s coffee exports maintained strong momentum in the first half of FY27, with shipments rising 25% to over 2.42 lakh tonne during April-September 2026, supported by firm demand in international markets. According to Coffee Board data, exports increased from 1.93 lakh tonne in the same period last year to 2.42 lakh tonne this year. In dollar terms, however, export earnings grew at a slower pace of 10% to $1.17 billion, compared with $1.06 billion a year earlier, amid volatility in global coffee prices. In rupee terms, export earnings rose 21% to Rs 11,118 crore, against Rs 9,164 crore in the corresponding period last year. Despite the rise in shipment volumes and export value, the average realisation declined to Rs 4.59 lakh per tonne, compared with Rs 4.72 lakh per tonne a year earlier. The decline reflects the impact of fluctuations in international coffee prices on the value earned by exporters. The positive export trend has continued across the broader calendar year as well. During January-September 2026, India’s coffee exports increased 24% to 3.67 lakh tonne, while export earnings rose around 11% to $1.79 billion. Shipments of Arabica parchment increased 33%, while Robusta cherry exports grew 28%, indicating sustained demand across different varieties of Indian coffee. The country is also seeing growing interest in value-added coffee products, with instant coffee exports increasing 25.5% during the January-September period. Italy remained among the major destinations for Indian coffee, followed by markets such as Germany, Russia and the UAE. India has established a strong presence in the global coffee trade, with a significant share of its domestic production directed towards overseas markets. Indian Robusta is particularly valued for its blending qualities, while processed and instant coffee are gaining importance as exporters look to capture greater value from shipments. The government and industry are also encouraging exports of value-added coffee in retail packs and seeking to expand the presence of Indian coffee in markets such as the US, Japan, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. The latest export figures indicate that strong international demand is supporting higher shipment volumes, although global price volatility continues to affect exporters’ earnings and per-tonne realisation. With rising shipments of both traditional and processed coffee, India’s coffee industry is increasingly focusing on expanding its global market presence while moving towards higher-value export opportunities.