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Côte d'Ivoire Robusta Belt (Centre and West Regions)

Côte d'Ivoire was the world's #1 Robusta producer through the 1990s but declined sharply following the 2002-2011 civil war period. Currently #4 Robusta producer (~5% global share, ~4-5 million 60-kg bags/year). Production concentrated in Centre-Ouest and Sud-Ouest regions. Robusta grows at low elevations (0-400m) in the forest transition zone. Ivorian Robusta is used primarily for instant coffee and European commodity espresso blends. ECOM and Olam maintain origin offices in Abidjan. Recovery has been slow due to aging tree stock (many trees 30-40+ years old) and persistent farmer income challenges. Source: ICO production data 2024.