Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo, and São Paulo account for over 80% of Brazil’s total coffee production.
Brazil produces about 3 million tons of coffee annually, making it the world’s largest producer and exporter of the bean, according to Conab (Companhia Nacional de Abastecimento). The Southeast region dominates the country’s coffee cultivation, supported by its favorable climate and infrastructure.
Largest Coffee-Producing States (2024/25 Season)
- Minas Gerais: 28.06 million sacks
Specializes in arabica coffee.
The South Minas region is a leader in productivity, with farms like Santa Inês producing up to 1,500 sacks per hectare.
- Espírito Santo: 14 million sacks
The main producer of conilon coffee, an increasingly sought-after variety due to global robusta shortages.
- São Paulo: 5.44 million sacks
Known for high-quality arabica coffee.
The Alta Mogiana region stands out with properties like Fazenda Santa Rita, yielding 1,800 sacks per hectare.
- Bahia: 3.1 million sacks
Features irrigated, high-yield production in the west and specialty coffees in the Chapada Diamantina.
- Rondônia: 2.54 million sacks
Produces robusta coffee, emphasizing organic and sustainable practices.
Additional Producers
- Paraná: 675.1 thousand sacks (arabica)
- Rio de Janeiro: 354.5 thousand sacks (arabica)
- Goiás: 252.5 thousand sacks
- Mato Grosso: 270.9 thousand sacks
- Amazonas: 14.8 thousand sacks
Cultural and Economic Relevance of Coffee in Brazil
- Consumption: Coffee is the second most consumed beverage after water, with Brazilians averaging five cups per day.
- Market Growth: Domestic coffee consumption reached 10.5 million sacks in September 2024, a 1.1% increase compared to the previous year.
The Legend of João Faria da Silva
Known as the “Coffee King,” João Faria da Silva became a global icon in 2008 with 18 million coffee plants and the export of 6.5% of Brazil’s coffee. Despite his success, his company, Terra Forte, filed for judicial recovery in 2019, owing R$ 1.05 billion. Faria’s legacy as a third-generation farmer continues to inspire the industry.
