# Paraná coffee industry development and competitions > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/paran-coffee-industry-development-and-competitions > Updated: 2026-09-22T19:14:54.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. The coffee industry in Paraná, Brazil, is experiencing growth through regional certifications and quality competitions. In Mandaguari, coffee beans have secured geographical indication certification for 2025, supporting the rise of specialty coffee production. To further promote local specialty coffees, the 24th Café Qualidade Paraná contest is being held. Organized by the Paraná Coffee Sector Chamber, the competition allows producers to enter categories for Natural Coffee and Peeled or Depulped Cherry Coffee. Registration is free for those with proven coffee activities in the state. In addition to the contest, a 2nd Business Round has been established to facilitate market connections. This initiative allows selected producers to engage in cupping sessions with potential buyers to negotiate price, volume, and delivery terms. Winners of the competition are scheduled to be announced on November 17 at the Oscar Niemeyer Museum in Curitiba. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-22: Paraná coffee producers have until September 30 to register for quality contest Coffee producers in Paraná, Brazil, have until September 30 to register for the 24th Café Qualidade Paraná Contest and a specialized Business Round to promote local specialty coffee markets. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paran-coffee-producers-have-until-september-30-to-register-for-quality-contest ### 2026-09-05: Paraná coffee producers gain recognition through certifications and competitions Coffee producers in Paraná are seeing growth through new geographical indication certifications in Mandaguari and the opening of registrations for the 24th Café Qualidade Paraná competition. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paran-coffee-producers-gain-recognition-through-certifications-and-competitions --- Cite as: Paraná coffee industry development and competitions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/paran-coffee-industry-development-and-competitions