India, Sept. 1 -- A new crisis has emerged for the world-famous Araku coffee, which enjoys strong demand both in India and abroad. The Berry Borer pest has been detected in coffee plantations, leaving tribal farmers alarmed as their crops face severe destruction.

The pest burrows into coffee cherries, laying about 50 eggs inside each fruit. Scientists warn that these eggs hatch within 30-35 days, allowing the larvae to infest remaining cherries and potentially ruin the entire harvest. Officials estimate that each insect can produce up to seven generations in a single year, making the infestation particularly dangerous.

The outbreak has been confirmed in Chinalabudu Panchayat limits, affecting villages including Pakanakudi, Malivalasa, M...