Coffee prices rise in the Netherlands due to supply shortages

Coffee prices in the Netherlands are rising significantly, turning a daily staple into a notable household expense. Market leader Douwe Egberts, under its parent company JDE Peet’s, has implemented multiple price increases, with some hikes exceeding 20 percent. Consequently, a kilogram of Douwe Egberts beans can now cost supermarkets over 21 euros.

The price surge is driven by poor harvests in Brazil and Vietnam, the world’s primary coffee-producing nations, due to droughts, heat, and unpredictable rainfall. These climate issues have shrunk the global supply while demand remains high.

Additional contributing factors include rising transport and energy costs, as well as complex supply chains. While supermarkets such as Albert Heijn, Jumbo, and Plus have resisted manufacturer demands, the increased costs are largely being passed on to consumers. Due to long-term procurement contracts, changes in global commodity market prices often take several months to reflect in retail prices.