Cheap coffee is killing Vietnam’s priceless tropical forests (commentary)

Vietnam's rising production of robusta coffee is leading to significant deforestation, threatening the country's tropical forests and biodiversity due to the agricultural expansion required to meet global demand for cheap coffee. Policymakers and activists must consider sustainable practices and protective measures to balance economic benefits with environmental conservation.

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