On December 20, 2022, harvesting of red-cherries started in Benti Neka Kebele of Dimtu city in Hambela Wamena Woreda of Guji zone. The Benti Neka Kebele, known for its highland and award winning coffees, is one of the areas in Ethiopia where harvesting starts late.
The selling price of red-cherries started with 74 birr/kg – equivalent to $4.22/lb.