Ethiopian Coffee Growers Navigate New EU Regulations

A notable economic conversion is underway as a proposed regulation from the European Union (EU) raises concerns among coffee producers in Ethiopia, a nation celebrated for its deep-rooted coffee culture. As the EU advances its agenda to enforce stricter sustainability criteria for coffee imports, Ethiopian farmers—who heavily rely on this vital trade—are faced with uncertainties regarding their livelihoods and farming methods. These new regulations could reshape the coffee export…