Nicaragua Coffee Exports Rise in Volume and Value

Nicaragua’s coffee sector has delivered strong growth over the past year, with both export volume and revenue climbing steadily. For coffee professionals and importers tracking regional performance, these figures offer a clear signal: Nicaragua is holding its ground in a competitive global market.

In the first nine months of the 2014–2015 harvest season—running from October 2014 through July 2015—Nicaragua exported 1.84 million 45.45kg bags of coffee, generating $329.2 million. That’s a 9.5% increase in volume and a 23.2% rise in export value compared to the same period the previous year.

Strong Growth in Export Volume and Value

According to the Nicaraguan export authority Cetrex, the country shipped 1.84 million bags of coffee between October 2014 and July 2015. This compares with 1.68 million bags in the same months of the prior season. In monetary terms, the 2014–2015 total reached $329.2 million, up from $267.1 million in the 2013–2014 period.

Rising International Coffee Prices Lift Returns

The average international price per 45.45kg bag during those nine months was $178.8, a significant jump from the $158.6 per bag average in the same period of the previous harvest year. This price increase contributed substantially to the overall rise in export earnings, even as volume also grew.

Top Markets for Nicaraguan Coffee

Coffee is one of Nicaragua’s key exports, alongside beef and gold. The country’s coffee shipments primarily head to the United States, Venezuela, Germany, Belgium, and Canada. These markets remain central to Nicaragua’s coffee trade strategy and reflect long-standing demand for its bean quality.

What Drives Nicaragua’s Coffee Export Growth?

Nicaragua’s export growth stems from a combination of higher production volumes and stronger global coffee prices. The 9.5% rise in bag numbers shows stable or improving output, while the 23.2% increase in value reflects both volume gains and the impact of better pricing on the international market. The average price per bag rose from $158.6 to $178.8 over the comparative period.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much coffee did Nicaragua export in the 2014–2015 season’s first nine months?

Nicaragua exported 1.84 million 45.45kg bags of coffee between October 2014 and July 2015.

What was the total export value of Nicaraguan coffee in that period?

The total export value was $329.2 million, according to Cetrex.

How did export volume change compared to the previous year?

Export volume increased by 9.5%, rising from 1.68 million bags to 1.84 million bags.

Did coffee prices also rise during this period?

Yes, the average price per 45.45kg bag went up from $158.6 to $178.8, a 23.2% increase.

Which countries are the main buyers of Nicaraguan coffee?

The primary export markets are the United States, Venezuela, Germany, Belgium, and Canada.

What other products are major Nicaraguan exports alongside coffee?

Alongside coffee, beef and gold are among Nicaragua’s key export goods.

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