US Coffee Prices Rise Across States as Brazilian Tariffs Take Effect

President Donald Trump's imposition of tariffs on coffee imports from Brazil, the United States’ largest coffee supplier, has significantly increased coffee prices across the country. Local coffee shops and roasters in Ohio, New Mexico, and other states report having to raise their prices due to higher costs from tariffs ranging from 10% to 50%, compounded by other factors such as droughts and rising global demand. Businesses like Contemporoast Coffee & Roastery and New Mexico Piñon Coffee have expressed concerns about passing these increased costs to customers but emphasize maintaining quality and transparency. Some local shops, including Novel Point Coffee, have even closed due to the financial strain caused by these tariffs. Industry representatives encourage consumers to engage with policymakers as these changes continue to impact coffee prices and availability. Overall, the coffee market faces uncertainty, but many remain optimistic that solutions will emerge to support growers, importers, and retailers alike.