A study warns climate change is driving-up the price of coffee, with higher temperatures putting pressure on production and reducing global supply. 

When temperatures reach 30-degrees, coffee plants experience heat stress which can reduce yields and affect bean quality. 

Rural Reporter Nelson Scott spoke to Climate Central's Doctor Kristina Dahl, about the situation.

A study warns climate change is driving-up the price of coffee, with higher temperatures putting pressure on production and reducing global supply.&nbsp;
When temperatures reach 30-degrees, coffee plants experience heat stress which can reduce yields and affect bean quality.&nbsp;
Rural Reporter Nelson Scott spoke to Climate Central's Doctor Kristina Dahl, about the situation.

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