Granderson: Coffee prices are rising. Wake up and smell the climate change
Briefly

Rising temperatures and prolonged droughts affected coffee crop production in key nations, leading to increased costs and higher consumption among Americans, who are key coffee importers.
Vietnam struggles with droughts impacting coffee production and causing economies to shift. Farmers are battling to save their crops, as the international coffee market faces unprecedented challenges.
With coffee consumption at a 20-year high in the U.S., Americans increasingly prioritize coffee over water, reflecting changes in economics and consumer behavior due to climate change.
The escalating prices of coffee stem from environmental challenges, resulting in concerns that consumers may, in the future, see charges for additional cups in restaurants.
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