Arabica Output Falling in India

This article from the Economic Times of India details the falling production of Arabica beans in favor of Robusta. Though Robusta is, well, more "robust", they are in fact generally thought of as inferior coffee beans compared to Arabica beans. Part of the reason for the fall in production in India is attributed to a two-year old infestation of "white stem borer" (a wood termite), as well as a labor shortage (is everyone in India now working "offshore" for American companies?). On top of that is the simple demand for cheaper beans, and that's just what robusta beans are.

Do your bit by always buying coffee beans that are comprised in large part of Arabica beans. Demand creates supply. On top of that, your flavor experience will be better.

Read more here about Arabica and Robusta coffee beans.