Beijing: Myanmar plans to cultivate up to 100,000 acres of coffee crops across the country within one to two years, an official from the Department of Agriculture told Xinhua on Monday. The initiative aims to increase the production of agricultural products for export and ensure benefits for farmers, state-owned daily Myanma Alinn reported.

According to Namibia Press Agency, approximately 63,226 acres of coffee crops have already been planted across the country. Currently, Myanmar is cultivating two types of coffee, Arabica and Robusta. The government has identified several regions for expanding coffee cultivation to meet the 100,000-acre target. These regions include Nay Pyi Taw, Mandalay, Bago, Ayeyarwady, Mon, Tanintharyi, Sagaing, and Magway.

The Department of Agriculture is set to provide necessary support to achieve this ambitious goal. This includes supplying coffee seeds, seedlings, and offering technical assistance to farmers. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance agricultural exports and improve the livelihood of farmers in Myanmar.