Dry weather and unbalanced nutrition threaten coffee

Brazilian coffee farming is currently facing a critical moment. According to a Reuters report, between 2002 and 2023, approximately 737 thousand hectares were deforested in areas designated for coffee, and in some regions, soil moisture has dropped by up to 25%. This combination of dry soil and nutritional imbalance threatens crop yield, requiring more technical and precise management to ensure productivity and quality. Preparing the soil with the appropriate structure and correcting acidity is essential for coffee to achieve its productive potential. The adoption of high-performance fertilizers and specialized technical support are now strategic differentiators in the field, as they provide greater efficiency and security in nutrient replenishment. In practice, the process involves soil chemical analysis, liming, balanced replenishment of macro and micronutrients, and the use of liquid or soluble fertilizers, which have more efficient absorption. These measures are particularly ...