Ethiopia 2025/2026 Coffee Harvest — Guji Insights from Dimtu Coffee Industry
The 2025/2026 Guji coffee harvest marks a milestone season in Ethiopia’s specialty coffee industry. Defined by late rains, delayed harvests, rising cherry prices, and exceptional cup quality, this year underscores the opportunities and challenges of sourcing from one of the world’s most renowned coffee regions.
At Dimtu Coffee Industry, we bring you a clear, data-driven perspective on the harvest — from production and processing to market dynamics and cup profiles. Learn more about our company story and our commitment to premium Ethiopian coffees.
1. Late Rains Delayed the Harvest
This season, rainfall arrived later than usual, pushing back flowering, cherry development, and harvesting schedules in Guji.
- High-altitude areas such as Hambela, Shakiso, and Uraga saw ripening delayed by 2–3 weeks, shifting peak harvest into January and February.
- Farmers implemented careful selective picking to ensure cherries reached optimal maturity, preserving Guji’s signature flavor profiles.
2. Production Volumes & Regional Insights
Southern Ethiopia, particularly Guji, reported slightly lower production volumes compared to the 2024/2025 season:
- Estimated reduction: 5–7% fewer cherries due to late flowering.
- Western and southwestern regions of Ethiopia reported stable or slightly higher production, balancing national output.
Dimtu Coffee Industry coordinated closely with farmers to maintain consistent supply and quality, ensuring buyers have access to premium lots. Explore our Yirgacheffe coffees and Sidama selections to compare regional flavor profiles.
3. Guji Coffee Quality — Specialty Profiles Maintained
Despite timing challenges, Guji coffees maintain expressive and complex cup profiles:
Washed Coffees
- Mid-80s SCA scores, with top lots exceeding 86 points
- Bright citrus and stone fruit acidity
- Floral aromatics, clean structure, and refined sweetness
Natural Coffees
- Intensely fruit-forward with berry and tropical notes
- Fuller body and balanced sweetness
- Maintained clarity through disciplined drying and fermentation
4. Pricing Trends & Market Dynamics
The 2025/2026 season saw record-high cherry prices, reshaping the economics at origin:
- Guji cherries ranged from 220–250 ETB/kg, a historic high.
- Rising domestic costs impacted processing stations and exporters.
- Specialty FOB prices adjusted accordingly to reflect higher replacement costs (Trabocca Ethiopia Coffee 2025/26).
5. Processing Trends: Washed vs. Natural
Economic realities influenced processing choices this season:
- Many farmers opted to dry cherries independently, increasing the natural coffee supply.
- Washed coffee supply was tighter, making early contracting essential.
Conclusion: A Season of Transition and Opportunity
The 2025/2026 Guji harvest demonstrates resilience, precision, and the enduring value of Guji terroir.
For Dimtu Coffee Industry, this season reinforced:
- Deep local sourcing knowledge — understanding Guji microclimates and farmer practices
- Quality-first processing — maintaining consistency even under delayed harvest conditions
- Strategic buyer partnerships — ensuring reliable access to premium specialty lots
Guji coffee continues to deliver complex, fruit-forward, and terroir-driven cups, reaffirming Ethiopia’s global specialty coffee leadership.