• It is celebrated on 1st October annually.
• Theme 2024: “Coffee, Your Daily Ritual, Our Shared Journey “.
• Aim: The day emphasises sustainable and ethical farming practices, while highlighting the importance of coffee farmers.

About International Coffee Organisation (ICO)

• It is the main intergovernmental organization for coffee, bringing together exporting and importing governments.
• Mission: To strengthen the global coffee sector and promote its sustainable expansion in a market-based environment for the betterment of all participants in the coffee sector.
• Member States: 77

Coffee Production in India

• Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh (Araku Valley), Odisha, Manipur, Mizoram, and Other northeastern states.
• Karnataka accounts for approximately 70% of India's total coffee production.