[adsense] In response to the protests led by farmers since last week in Colombia, the Colombian government has raised coffee subsidies it offers it's farmers. However, farmers are saying this isn't enough and are calling for a set minimum price on their coffee beans before they'll relent. They have been blocking highways and roads since last Monday. Head of the coffee … [Read more...]
Climate Change Insurance to be Offered to Colombian Coffee Farmers
[adsense] Coffee plantations in Colombia have been hit rather hard by the climate change, causing serious reduction in output from one of the world's largest coffee producers. Luckily for farmers, Colombia has launched insurance to now protect these farmers and their plantations during the climate change crisis, which has lasted 3 years. Now, small growers in Colombia … [Read more...]