Climate crisis driving alternative coffee species
Aaron Davis (Kew) leads research on climate-resilient species like stenophylla, liberica, and Libex hybrids. A new study confirms two new species, including Excelsa (C. dewevrei), with strong climate resilience and cup quality potential, safeguarded by CATIE since 1957. Interest growing as traditional arabica faces threats.
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Updated Aug 3, 2026