The three pie charts illustrate the global breakdown of coffee production and consumption by region, alongside the distribution of profits among various stages of the supply chain.
Overall, it is clear that while South America is the dominant producer of coffee, Europe represents the primary consumer market. Furthermore, the lion’s share of the profits goes to the delivery sector (shippers), leaving the actual producers with a minimal fraction of the revenue.
Regarding production, South America leads the market significantly, accounting for 44% of the global total. Africa, Asia, and Central America cultivate roughly similar proportions, standing at 19%, 18%, and 17% respectively. Oceania’s contribution is marginal at a mere 2%. Turning to consumption, Europe constitutes over half of the global market at 55%. North America and Japan consume considerably less, at 11% and 7% respectively, with the remaining 27% being consumed by other unnamed regions.
Looking at the financial distribution, the vast majority of the profit is claimed by shippers, who take exactly 55%. Sellers receive a quarter (25%) of the revenue. Conversely, the primary creators and discoverers in the coffee trade earn the least; both producers and explorers receive an equal, minor share of only 10% each.