Coffee prices today, November 22: Sharp decline as the U.S. removes tariffs on Brazilian coffee – impacts on Gia Lai agricultural products and Vietnam’s coffee industry

During the trading session on the night of November 21 and early morning of November 22 (Vietnam time), international coffee prices dropped sharply, creating negative sentiment across agricultural markets in Gia Lai and the Central Highlands. The U.S. government’s decision is believed to be the main factor behind this steep decline.

On the London exchange (UK), Robusta coffee futures for January 2026 fell by approximately 2.69%–2.85%, while on the New York exchange (USA), Arabica futures for December 2025 declined by around 1.59%–2.01%.

• Specifically, Robusta settled at around 4,506 USD/ton, down 125 USD/ton; Arabica closed at approximately 8,820 USD/ton, dropping 140 USD/ton.

• The primary reason is the U.S. decision to completely remove tariffs on Brazilian coffee—effective from November 13 and retroactively applied to previous shipments that had already paid tariffs.

• Brazil is the world’s largest coffee exporter and the main supplier to the U.S. market. The tariff removal has accelerated the volume of Brazilian coffee entering the U.S., adding downward pressure on global prices.

• For agricultural products in Gia Lai—especially Robusta coffee—this development presents a significant challenge. Domestic prices recorded before the decline were around 114,500 VND/kg, with the highest levels in Dak Lak at 114,700 VND/kg and the lowest in Lam Dong at 113,500 VND/kg.

• Additionally, coffee farmers in Gia Lai are facing severe weather conditions including heavy rain, flooding, and flash floods, which may impact both yield and quality—while falling prices continue to narrow profit margins.

  
  

Conclusion & Insights for Coffee Farmers in Gia Lai:These developments show that although Gia Lai is one of Vietnam’s key coffee-producing regions, its agricultural sector still remains vulnerable to international policies and global market fluctuations. Coffee growers and businesses in Gia Lai should consider the following strategies:

• Closely monitor export trends and tax policies from major importing countries such as the United States to adjust sales plans and contracts in a timely manner.

• Improve coffee bean quality and diversify export markets to avoid dependence on a single market or a single trade mechanism.

• Proactively prepare for natural disaster risks—especially in the Central Highlands—to ensure stable output and quality.

• Consider storing coffee or locking in prices when the market is favorable to minimize risks during periods of global price volatility.

Sources: Báo Người Lao Động, Báo Đắk Lắk