Gangs Target Colombia Coffee Region Prized by Starbucks, Nestle

• Armed robbers and extortionists are increasingly targeting farms in Colombia's coffee region, known for producing high
• This surge in criminal activity poses significant risks to the coffee industry, potentially disrupting supply chains and affecting the quality of coffee available to global markets, which could have financial repercussions for companies reliant on Colombian coffee.
• The situation reflects broader economic challenges in Colombia, as evidenced by the recent decline in the COLCAP index, highlighting investor concerns about market stability and the impact of deteriorating security on agricultural production.

— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System