El Salvador’s coffee sector reached a historic milestone in June 2025, exporting its coffee at a record average price of $320.4 per quintal, according to data from the Central Reserve Bank (BCR). This marks a significant rebound for the country’s iconic “golden bean,” following logistical hurdles that disrupted exports at the end of 2024, especially through the Port of Acajutla.

The rise in international prices has contributed to this recovery, with the average export price steadily climbing in the first half of the year. The BCR reported that prices moved from $237.8 in January to $252.5 in February, $287.2 in March, $295.1 in April, and $286.1 in May, before reaching the record high in June.

“This is at least $75, or 30.5%, more than the $245.4 recorded in June of last year,” noted the BCR. Overall, the average price for the first semester of 2025 stood at $285.3, reflecting a 28.6% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

Between January and June, Salvadoran producers exported approximately 409,000 quintals of coffee, an 18% rise from the 346,500 quintals shipped during the same months last year. These exports generated $116.68 million in revenue for the sector, a sharp 51.9% increase over the $76.8 million earned during the first half of 2024.

The impressive figures highlight the resilience and potential of El Salvador’s coffee industry, as it continues to regain its footing in global markets.