History of Coffee in Limmu Awraja, S. W. Ethiopia

Historians and researchers agrees that coffee was originated in Ethiopia particularly in southwestern parts which consists the districts of Limmu Awraja or the former Kaffa Täqelay Gezat (Province). However, historical sources show that, commercialized coffee cultivation and drinking was started in Yemen then gradually blowout to the world. Excerpt from the book. History of coffee in Limmu Awraja, S. W. Ethiopia outlines the major developments from 1900 to 1990. It is designed both for the general reader and for the student who needs a frame work for advanced level, pre-collage/University or to historical studies on coffee in Ethiopia in general and the southwestern Ethiopia in particular. Origin and spread of coffee, Coffee production, Coffee marketing and Agro ecology are considered. Maps, charts, tables and photographs are used to summarize historical events. Extensive cross references are used to maintain authenticity of sources.