The three pie charts illustrate the global distribution of coffee production, consumption, and the subsequent profit margins across different regions and industry sectors. Overall, it is evident that production is concentrated in South America, whereas consumption is highest in Central America. Furthermore, the financial benefits of the coffee trade are heavily skewed towards the shipping industry.
Regarding production, South America accounts for the largest share at 44%, followed by Africa at 19% and Asia at 18%. Central America contributes 17%, while Oceania represents a negligible 2% of total production. In terms of consumption, Central America is the primary market, consuming 55% of the global supply. Asia follows with 27%, while South America and Japan account for 11% and 7% respectively.
When examining profit distribution, the data reveals a significant disparity. The shipping sector captures the lion's share of profits at 55%, followed by sellers at 27%. In contrast, producers and explorers receive much smaller portions, at 11% and 7% respectively. This highlights a clear imbalance, where those involved in the physical production and exploration of coffee receive significantly less financial reward compared to those involved in the logistics and retail stages of the supply chain.