Papua New Guinea’s coffee industry could bring in more than K10 billion each year if the right support is given, says Coffee Industry Corporation Limited (CICL) Chief Executive Officer, Charles Dambui. He said coffee is a lifeline for thousands of families, and with stronger backing, it can become a major driver of the national economy. Mr. Dambui said CICL needs more resources to carry out its work, especially to recruit and place more extension officers in every coffee-growing district and Local Level Government (LLG) area. These officers are key to helping farmers improve their yields and practices. He added that building a reliable farmer database, tightening regulations, and enforcing quality standards are also vital. The long-term vision, Mr. Dambui said, is to lift production to over 3 million bags a year in line with the National Agriculture Sector Plan. “Coffee can take PNG forward if we get the basics right,” he said.