BRAZIL – Rains could last for another week, says Somar

MILAN – According to local report, rains falling in Brazil’s main coffee region are disrupting harvesting and drying operations.

Excessive moistures and delays in the drying of the coffee beans that have already been picked may cause damage and jeopardise quality.

Private weather forecaster Somar said the rains were widespread and could persist for another week, causing major headaches for farmers trying to organize labourers to harvest and trying to dry the coffee beans they have already picked.