By : JD
Jordan Daily – Coffee prices in Jordan have risen sharply following a 17% increase by a leading local producer, sparking public frustration and calls for government intervention.
The company raised the price of Turkish coffee to 14.8 dinars ($20.88) per kilogram from 12.6 dinars, citing an 80% surge in global raw coffee prices and a 58% rise in shipping costs. The price of a cup of coffee in local shops has climbed to as much as 0.75 dinars, up from 0.50.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has not commented on the increase or announced any measures to regulate prices, drawing criticism from consumers who say coffee is an essential part of daily life.
Jamal Al-Amro, head of the food sector at the Jordan Chamber of Commerce, said the increase is driven by global supply shortages and rising demand, and warned prices may remain high for up to two years.
