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How Robusta Futures Affect Coffee Buyers and Farmers

Robusta futures give buyers, exporters, traders and farmers a reference for expected market value, but futures are not the same as the cash price of a specific coffee. London Robusta futures interact with physical differentials, currencies, freight, quality, origin and timing. Fine Robusta buyers should use futures as a benchmark layer, not as a complete valuation method.