Cocoa farmers in Ghana's Guan District and licensed cocoa buyers in Berekum Municipality are both appealing to the government to expedite outstanding payments for cocoa purchases, citing growing agitation and threats from farmers due to the unbearable financial situation.

A significant crash in cocoa prices is generating optimism for a recovery in demand and potentially cheaper candy products.

The European Union's agri-food trade surplus has expanded, even as the value of cocoa imports saw a substantial 36% plunge.

The global cocoa trade is shifting its focus, with traceability now emerging as a critical factor alongside traditional variables like physical quality, volume reliability, and price competitiveness.

The Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has called on the NDC government to urgently prioritise the cocoa sector, stressing the need to restore fair producer prices and ensure timely payment to…

Ivory Coast has seen a dramatic fall in cocoa prices, dropping from 2,800 to 1,200 CFA francs per kilogram within a five-month period, raising concerns about the sector's stability.

African coffee and cocoa farmers have launched a three-year plan aimed at boosting production, enhancing value chains, and improving livelihoods across the continent to increase their global competitiveness.

Easter chocolate and cocoa product prices continue to be elevated in Romania, an EU inflation leader, despite a significant drop in global cocoa prices, attributed to higher production costs.

Aggrieved cocoa farmers in Ghana's Ahafo Region have demonstrated their displeasure over delayed government payments and are urging Parliament to intervene on their behalf.

After a period of record-high cocoa prices due to poor harvests in Ghana and Ivory Coast and market manipulations, the global chocolate market appears to be stabilizing, potentially leading to price reductions.

Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has expressed concern over reports that sugar sacks are being used to package cocoa beans in parts of Ghana under the Mahama government.

Farmers in Ivory Coast are in need of increased rainfall to enhance the yield of their cocoa mid-crop, which is crucial for the country's agricultural economy.

Hainan, China, has made its first-ever cocoa exports, sending a shipment to Belgium, marking a new development in its agricultural trade.

The Netherlands has surpassed Germany to become the world's leading exporter of cocoa products, according to recent data.

Consumers are noticing smaller and more expensive Easter eggs as cocoa shortages, climate shocks, and global conflicts contribute to a significant increase in chocolate prices.

Consumers are facing smaller and more expensive Easter eggs this year as cocoa prices remain high, with inflation, the Middle East war, and energy prices contributing to the overall gloom. Reports indicate that shoppers in New Zealand are paying more for Easter eggs compared to those in Australia.

The cost of traditional Easter items such as chocolate, lamb, and eggs is increasing, making the holiday more expensive for consumers despite a seemingly cheap cocoa market.

Consumers are facing increased prices not only for chocolate eggs but also for a variety of typical Easter sweets and traditional foods, driven by the surging cost of cocoa and other factors.

The price of Lindt chocolate Easter bunnies has increased to 8.99 Euros, a direct consequence of rising cocoa prices on global markets.

A summit between Nigeria and the European Union has resulted in the unveiling of funds designated for the cocoa, dairy, and rural financing sectors.

Security operatives in Ibadan, Nigeria, have successfully rescued two cocoa farmers who had been abducted.

Ghana's licensed cocoa buyers are reportedly lacking funds to purchase beans from farmers, even after the government recently reduced the fixed price for the chocolate ingredient.

The Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria (CFAN) has confirmed paying an undisclosed ransom to secure the release of two abducted members, refuting claims that they were rescued.

Cocoa buyers are facing difficulties affording beans due to high prices, leading to a slump in the chocolate market and a significant accumulation of unsold beans at ports.

A family has sued a ski resort in the United States for serving a five-year-old girl overly hot chocolate.

The CEO of the Ghana Cocoa Board, Dr. Randy Abbey, stated that the recent adjustment in cocoa producer prices, though painful, is crucial for the long-term sustainability of Ghana's cocoa sector.

Gunmen kidnapped four cocoa farmers at the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria in Ibadan. Police have rescued one victim and are searching for the others. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-kidnap-four-cocoa-farmers-in-oyo/

Coffee industry experts are drawing parallels between the coffee and cocoa markets, forecasting a potential decline in coffee prices in the coming months, similar to recent trends seen in cocoa.

Some members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC)'s plan to disrupt the Minority Caucus's Farmers Engagement Tour to Bonkrom in the Ahafo Ano North district.

Ghana's Minority Caucus in Parliament has urged the government to suspend plans to acquire a new presidential jet and four helicopters, citing the financial challenges faced by cocoa farmers.

The Minority Caucus in Ghana's Parliament, led by Frank Annoh-Dompreh and Dr. Yaw Opoku, has commenced a week-long tour of cocoa-growing communities in the Ashanti Region to engage farmers and assess the impact of recent cocoa producer price reductions, following a courtesy call to the Offinso Traditional Council.

After a period of hope for better earnings, a sharp decline in cocoa prices is now driving hundreds of thousands of farmers in West Africa into crisis, while Swiss consumers benefit from cheaper chocolate.

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has released GH¢4.2 billion to Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs) to clear outstanding payments owed to cocoa farmers since November of last year.

Brazil's dreams for industrial-scale cocoa farms fading after price crash  Reuters

Candy manufacturers are reportedly reducing or eliminating real cocoa from their chocolate products, leading to changes in taste and consumer dissatisfaction.

Global cocoa markets are entering 2026 with renewed uncertainty, and the implications are particularly important for Ghana, the world’s second largest cocoa producer.

The Ghana Cocoa Marketing Association (GCMA) is urging the government to implement the 2009 White Paper to facilitate the restoration of properties.

Farmers in Ivory Coast report that steady rainfall across major cocoa-growing regions is expected to yield a strong March-to-August mid-crop, producing enough small and average-sized pods.

Farmers in Ivory Coast report that healthy rainfall is creating favorable conditions for the upcoming cocoa mid-crop.

Ghana lost nearly $941 million in a single cocoa trade deal after buying beans from farmers at $7,200 per tonne to settle pre-existing contracts priced at just $2,600 per tonne, Dr Peter Boamah…

Cocoa farmers in West Africa are struggling as beans rot and they seek alternative options following a commodity crash.

This Saturday’s edition of Newsfile will examine key national issues, including the implications of the recent State of the Nation Address (SONA), concerns over the controversial cocoa “haircut,” and growing complaints about disappearing electricity credits from Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) prepaid meters.

Costa Rica is highlighted as a true natural gem, a mosaic of small natural wonders including colorful frogs, parrots, crabs, and sea turtles, alongside its famous banana and cocoa plantations.

John Dumelo, Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture, has appealed to cocoa farmers in Ghana not to cut down their trees following recent producer price declines, assuring government intervention.

The Minority in Ghana's Parliament has voiced concerns regarding the government's delay in disbursing GH₵855 million to cocoa farmers, despite a reduction in the commodity's producer price.

The government of Ivory Coast, the world’s largest cocoa producer, said Wednesday it is cutting the price paid to cocoa farmers by almost 60%, citing a sharp slowdown in sales that...

Forests and wetlands are increasingly being replaced by cultivated crops, leading to ecosystem destruction. This trend is attributed not only to common culprits like beef, palm oil, and cocoa.

Ivory Coast officials have reassured cocoa farmers regarding the purchase of excess cocoa stock, addressing concerns and strike threats from farmers.

Small farms and low productivity mean their livelihoods did not improve even as markets hit a record high

Private legal practitioner Victoria Bright has urged the Ghanaian government to implement urgent structural reforms to tackle the growing challenges in the cocoa sector.

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, delivered a critique of the government immediately after President John Dramani Mahama’s 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA).

Producer price reduction threat to farmers’ survival, cocoa industry - Aggrieved farmers declare at forum  Graphic Online

MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah stated that up to six million Ghanaians could be impacted by the current administration's poor cocoa trading and monetary policy decisions.

Ivory Coast Faces 200,000 Tons of Unsold Cocoa Over Price Dispute  Dabafinance

Atlas Commodities Limited has refuted claims that it received seed funds from the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), stating its operations are privately financed since the 2024/2025 cocoa season.

Sources indicate that Ivory Coast plans to reduce the cocoa price paid to farmers by starting the mid-crop season earlier than usual.

The Cocoa Marketing Company (CMC) Ghana Limited has proposed a set of measures, including increased local processing and strengthened forward sales strategies, to stabilise Ghana’s cocoa sector.

Ivory Coast and Ghana, major cocoa producers, are experiencing a growing crisis with unsold cocoa stocks piling up due to a persistent price standoff.

Ivory Coast is projected to accumulate around 200,000 tons of unsold cocoa by March if the government does not lower purchase prices, according to experts and traders, despite stable export figures.

An article discusses the multifaceted cocoa crisis in Ghana, examining the interplay of debt, farmer dignity, and the crop's role as a national revenue pillar, urging a focus on structural truths over political rhetoric.

Ivory Coast's unsold cocoa stocks are projected to increase significantly if the current price dispute continues, impacting the market.

Multinational exporters and Ivory Coast's Coffee and Cocoa Council (CCC) have reached an agreement to resume mid-crop cocoa purchases.

President John Mahama has unveiled plans for an automatic cocoa pricing system that will guarantee farmers 70 per cent of the international market price, adjusted at prevailing exchange rates.

Ivory Coast 2025/26 cocoa arrivals down  Business Recorder

Documents suggest that conflict-of-interest allegations against Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) official Ato Boateng may be unfounded, as he reportedly transferred his interest in Atlas Commodities Ltd.

My favorite chocolate cake recipe to make for guests is from Joanna Gaines. Alexa Mellardo I love dessert, and one of my favorites to make for guests is Joanna Gaines' chocolate-cola cake. The recipe's star ingredient is cola, which goes into both the cake mix and the buttercream. It's incredibly decadent, and I like to pair it with fresh strawberries. I'm a major dessert person — you know, one of those people who looks at the dessert menu before deciding on my appetizer and entrée. That's why, regardless of what I'm serving for dinner, the night always ends with decadence, namely, Joanna Gaines' chocolate-cola cake with chocolate-cola buttercream. It's as scrumptious as it sounds and has become one of my go-to desserts for dinner parties and special occasions. Here's how to make it. To start, I gather all the ingredients. Alexa Mellardo Gaines' recipe calls for 12 ingredients, including nonstick baking spray, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, kosher salt, salted butter, natural unsweetened cocoa powder, cola, baking soda, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. The salted butter, cocoa powder, and cola are also used to make the buttercream frosting, along with powdered sugar. Next, I preheat the oven and whisk together the dry ingredients. Butter also works as an alternative to nonstick spray. Alexa Mellardo Once I have all the ingredients handy, I preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 10-inch round baking pan with nonstick spray. Then, I begin making the cake batter by adding all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, and salt to a large bowl and mixing thoroughly. After the dry ingredients are combined, I boil butter, cocoa powder, and cola in a saucepan. I used unsweetened cocoa powder for this recipe. Alexa Mellardo For the next step in the batter-making process, I add salted butter, cocoa powder, and cola to a small saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until it's completely smooth. Then, I pour the mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and whisk until there are no lumps. In a separate bowl, I combine buttermilk and baking soda before finishing the batter. The baking soda needs to be dissolved in the buttermilk before adding it to the batter. Alexa Mellardo In another small bowl, I dissolve the baking soda in room-temperature buttermilk before pouring it into the existing batter. After whisking, I add the vanilla extract and eggs and whisk again until smooth. Then, it's time to bake. I used a cake tester to make sure the center was done cooking. Alexa Mellardo I add the finished batter to my baking pan, then place it in the oven to bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Once it's done, I let the cake cool on a wire rack while I prepare the frosting. I use a mixer to prepare the chocolate-cola buttercream. A handheld mixer will also work to make the frosting. Alexa Mellardo To make the frosting, I use my stand mixer with the paddle attachment. At medium speed, I beat the room-temperature butter until smooth. Next, I add cola and cocoa powder and mix on low until there are no lumps. Then, I scrape the bowl, add some powdered sugar, and mix on medium again before repeating the process with the remaining powdered sugar. To finish, I frost the cake and serve. I like to present the finished cake on a pedestal with fresh strawberries. Alexa Mellardo The last step is to gently spread the frosting over the cooled cake. The cake itself is rich yet incredibly moist, thanks to the cola, while the buttercream frosting serves as the perfect creamy complement to the cake's consistency. When it comes to presentation, I always like to pull out a fun cake pedestal, because I think a dessert of this caliber deserves one. I also place fresh strawberries around the cake to add a bit of color to my dessert table, and it looks absolutely decadent. A small slice does the trick to satisfy any sweet-tooth cravings. Read the original article on Business Insider

The world's largest chocolate manufacturer has downgraded its operational profitability forecasts, warning of a challenging year ahead. This comes amidst a collapse in cocoa prices, impacting the company's outlook.

Danish confectionery company Toms Group reported a significant reduction in its annual profit, attributed to soaring cocoa prices and tariff challenges in the US market.

Candy prices are being closely monitored following a significant decline in cocoa prices from their historic highs.

Rains and sunny spells boost Ivory Coast's cocoa mid-crop  TradingView — Track All Markets

A cocoa purchasing clerk in Ghana's Berekum Municipality, Elder George Owusu, reports receiving constant death threats from aggrieved cocoa farmers due to the government's delay in paying them.

Consumers are still facing high prices for chocolate, including expensive Easter treats, even as cocoa prices have reportedly decreased. The article questions why the cost of chocolate has not followed the downward trend of its raw material.

A teacher in Cocoa Beach, Florida, was arrested for allegedly engaging in sexual acts with a student.

Ivory Coast authorities plan to buy 24,000 tons of cocoa beans to alleviate a crisis stemming from unsold stocks, aiming to stabilize the market.

Despite producing approximately 70% of the world's cocoa, Africa earns less than 10% of the estimated $120 billion global chocolate market, according to the Cocoa and Coffee Farmers Alliance Association of Africa (COCEFAAA).

The Netherlands has become the world's largest exporter of cocoa products in 2025, surpassing Germany for the first time since 2010.

Ghana's Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, announced plans to petition the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, regarding the government’s decision to reduce cocoa prices.

Ghana's Minority Caucus has embarked on a nationwide tour of cocoa-growing communities to draw attention to pressing issues such as declining producer prices and delays in payments within the cocoa sector.

Farmers in Ivory Coast are in need of additional rainfall to enhance the prospects of their cocoa mid-crop harvest.

Easter egg manufacturers are looking forward to sweeter times as the market for cocoa buyers shows signs of improvement, though it will take time for these price changes to fully impact the supply chain.

Glenys Rosario, an agricultural engineer from the Dominican Republic, is dedicated to securing the future of cocoa farming amidst various challenges.

Easter egg prices are staying high as manufacturers attempt to recoup losses after their margins were squeezed by a previous spike in cocoa prices, despite recent declines in cocoa costs.

Prices for Easter treats in Switzerland have increased, a surprising development given a recent slump in global cocoa prices.

Cocoa farmers in Ivory Coast are expressing optimism for a strong mid-crop harvest following recent beneficial rainfall.

The advantages of chocolate consumption for both brain function and skin health are discussed, emphasizing that a higher cocoa percentage yields more benefits.

Amid soaring cocoa prices, discussions are emerging about the potential future of chocolate made from cultivated cocoa as a sustainable alternative.

A summit between Nigeria and the EU has announced new funding initiatives for cocoa, dairy, and rural financing sectors.

Nigeria's Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen Abubakar Kyari, has actively sought investment from the United Kingdom for various agricultural value chains, including rice, maize, cassava, and cocoa, as part of the nation's broader effort to attract investment for climate-smart agriculture.

An eco-farm in the Amazon is cultivating cocoa trees using sustainable methods that avoid deforestation, offering a contrast to the destructive practices of industrial agriculture in the region.

The Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria (CFAN) announced that ransom was paid for abducted cocoa farmers, following the earlier release of two victims on health grounds.

Poland experienced the highest increase in chocolate prices across the European Union in 2025, despite a year-long decline in cocoa costs, with new risks like a 'war surcharge' emerging.

The girl suffered ‘bad burns down her chest and abdomen,’ the family’s lawyer reportedly said

Police in Oyo State, Nigeria, successfully rescued two kidnapped cocoa farmers from the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria and arrested suspects involved in the abduction.

Gunmen have kidnapped cocoa farmers in Ibadan, Nigeria, with one of the four victims successfully rescued and his vehicle recovered by authorities.

Dr. Isaac Yaw Opoku, Ranking Member of Parliament’s Food, Agriculture and Cocoa Affairs Committee, has warned the Ghanaian government that the Minority caucus will stage a naked protest if cocoa prices are reduced further.

Morgan Stanley has elevated Mondelez to a 'Top Pick' rating, citing expectations of cocoa deflation as a key factor for the company's improved outlook.

A proposal suggests rethinking Ghana's COCOBOD system to adopt a market-based approach for sustainable cocoa reform, moving away from the state-led marketing and pricing system.

The Hershey Company (HSY) has announced a partnership with major chocolate manufacturers Lindt, Mars, Mondelez, and Nestlé for a new initiative named 'TogetherCocoa'.

Ivory Coast, the world's top cocoa producer, is reportedly exploring reforms to its cocoa marketing system to better align government-set farmer prices with international prices, aiming to address excess supply.

A SIMPLE recipe for soft and airy pancakes with cocoa and chocolate chips.

Mondelēz is re-evaluating its chocolate innovation strategies as persistently high cocoa prices continue to impact the industry.

From 2,800 francs to 1,200 CFA francs in five months: how to explain the vertiginous fall in the price of cocoa in Ivory Coast  Seneweb

West African cocoa farmers are facing a crisis due to plunging prices amid high global chocolate demand, highlighting the need for local value addition to protect Ghana’s cocoa farmers from global price shocks.

Chocolate maker Lindt reported annual profits that surpassed market estimates, even as the company contended with elevated cocoa prices.

Cocoa beans are rotting in West Africa, leading farmers to explore alternative crops and livelihoods following a significant crash in commodity prices.

A senior presidential official in Ghana, Otokunor, stated that the government is hopeful of resolving the cocoa farmer payment crisis and clearing outstanding arrears within the next two to three weeks.

Government cannot determine cocoa producer prices without factoring in the realities of the international market, a key presidential official has said, as authorities continue engagements with farmers over the recent reduction in farmgate prices. Dr Peter Boamah Otokunor, Director of Presidential Initiatives in Agriculture and Agribusiness at the Office of the President, said that although the government announces the producer price for cocoa, the final value of the commodity is ultimately d...

Chocolate bars may have shot up in price but West Africa's cocoa farmers are facing economic ruin.

Ghana news Tension brews at Nankese over destruction of cocoa farms by cattles  Graphic Online

Indian Prime Minister Modi urged farmers to utilize India's diverse climatic conditions to increase the cultivation of high-value crops like nuts, cocoa, and agarwood, advocating for stronger links between local farmers and global markets.

Ghanaian Member of Parliament, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, criticized the Mahama government, asserting that cocoa farmers are worse off and campaign promises have not been honored.

The government of Ivory Coast has announced a significant cut of nearly 60% in the cocoa producer price, a move that will impact farmers and the global cocoa market.

London cocoa prices have continued their rebound, while coffee prices have also seen an increase in the market.

Ofoase-Ayirebi MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has vowed a sustained parliamentary effort to secure rightful earnings for cocoa farmers, promising not to relent until their due is restored.

The Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has led members of the Minority Caucus in Parliament on a tour of cocoa-growing communities in Ghana's Eastern Region.

Ivory Coast has received plentiful rainfall, leading to optimism for a healthy mid-crop of cocoa, which could positively impact global cocoa supply.

The Ghanaian state absorbed GH¢2 billion in costs to ensure cocoa farmers received 90% of the world price, following a cocoa price cut, highlighting government intervention to support farmers.

Ivory Coast and Ghana, responsible for half of the world's cocoa production, are struggling to sell beans and pay farmers due to abundant global harvests, a sharp drop in cocoa prices, and declining demand.

President John Dramani Mahama has assured cocoa farmers that his administration is committed to transforming Ghana's cocoa sector to deliver greater and more sustainable benefits for them.

Chocolate Market Enters New Phase As "Double-Digit Raw Material Deflation" Eases Costs Cocoa prices have collapsed 75% from their 2024 peaks, and Goldman’s latest note points out that the worst of the cocoa shock for chocolate makers may finally be passing after being squeezed by soaring bean costs through 2023, 2024, and into the first half of 2025. This only suggests that lower chocolate bar prices at the supermarket could materialize later this year. Against that backdrop, Go...

Ivory Coast and Ghana are grappling with a cocoa sales crisis, prompting President Ouattara to reform the sector and leading to a potential cut in farmer cocoa prices. The crisis has seen recent plunges in cocoa prices, which are now stabilizing.

The NPP Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Ralph Poku-Adusei, has accused the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government and the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) of mismanaging the cocoa sector and cheating farmers.

Cocoa farmers in Ghana's Ahafo Ano South-West District are calling on the government and COCOBOD to enact a comprehensive legal framework to regulate the cocoa industry and safeguard their interests from political interference.

Ivory Coast faces a significant increase in unsold cocoa stocks if the ongoing price dispute with buyers persists, impacting the country's key agricultural export.

Ghana's licensed cocoa buyers collectively owe banks as much as $750 million, according to their association, which is raising fresh liquidity risks within the sector.

Croatian confectionery company Kraš ended 2025 with a reduced profit of 6.5 million euros, primarily attributed to the high cost of cocoa. The company approaches 2026 with cautious optimism.

Brazil has announced a suspension of cocoa imports originating from Ivory Coast.

Plan International Ghana is driving a transformation in the cocoa-growing community of Jato, fostering confidence and leadership among girls to overcome vulnerability and improve education.

Last week, the story emerged of how a ‘hit-and-run’ road accident victim was refused emergency care by the Ridge, Police and Korle Bu hospitals for close to three hours before he died. Somehow, the tragic story struggled to hog the limelight of the media space, perhaps because the issue of cocoa producer prices, with all […]

Ghana posted a US$13.66 billion trade surplus in 2025, significantly higher than the US$9.88 billion recorded in 2024.

Ivory Coast's minister has stated that the country will announce the cocoa mid-crop price by the end of the month.

A photo gallery highlights ongoing issues and challenges within the global cocoa market.

MrBeast has launched his Feastables chocolate brand, citing the widespread issue of illegal child labor in cocoa farms as his inspiration for creating an ethical alternative.

ActionAid, in partnership with the CIPS Foundation and POSTCODE International Trust, has launched a project aimed at dismantling the systemic roots of child labor within Ghana's cocoa belt.

An Israeli start-up, Celleste Bio, backed by Mondelez, has produced the world's first lab-grown chocolate bar using cell-cultured cocoa butter, which they claim is identical to traditional products.

Climate change, crop diseases, and insufficient investment have reduced the supply of coffee and cocoa, leading producers to transfer costs to prices, reduce grammage, and modify recipes, ultimately increasing final prices.

Danish chocolate company Summerbird reported increased earnings in its 2025 financial report, attributing the growth to higher exports and domestic sales, despite rising cocoa prices.

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A delicious, filling, and protein-rich cocoa dessert recipe is presented, which can be prepared in just 5 minutes and last for four days. The recipe is shared by Roma Labžentė, author of the '5produktai' blog.

A significant cocoa slump is impacting smallholder farmers in Nigeria, prompting CORI to call for government intervention to prevent poverty and ensure the sector's sustainability.

Isaac Yaw Opoku, Ranking Member on Parliament’s Food, Agriculture and Cocoa Affairs Committee, has appealed to cocoa farmers in Ghana's Ahafo Region to resist pressure from illegal miners, known as 'galamseyers', who seek to take over their farmlands.

After a period of record-high cocoa prices due to poor harvests and market manipulation, the global cocoa market appears to be stabilizing, potentially leading to cheaper chocolate.

Frank Annoh-Dompreh, Minority Chief Whip in Ghana's Parliament, questioned whether former President John Dramani Mahama would have reduced cocoa prices if it were an election year, suggesting the move is politically motivated.

Kofi Ofosu Boateng, Bono Regional Secretary of the NPP, has criticised the previous Mahama administration, calling its policies 'deceptive' and unfriendly to cocoa and cashew farmers.

Experts warn that the world could face a severe chocolate shortage by 2050, as climate change severely impacts cocoa production in major global producers Ghana and Ivory Coast, causing prices to rise over 400 times.

This year's Easter chocolate eggs are surprisingly more expensive, even as the price of cocoa, their primary raw material, has dramatically fallen.

Master chocolatiers and pastry chefs discuss the pleasure of cocoa and the art of chocolate making, especially in anticipation of Easter celebrations.

Slovak investment firm Proxenta, which attracted investors with the slogan 'cocoa is the new gold,' is now seeking to postpone bond repayments, marking the second such group to face problems in recent years after Slovaks invested billions in corporate bonds.

Despite a recent decrease in cocoa prices, the cost of chocolate Easter bunnies has significantly increased, with manufacturers citing long-term supply contracts.

The Managing Director of the Cocoa Marketing Company (CMC), Dr Wisdom Kofi Dogbey, has visited the West Africa Mills Company (WAMCO) to assess the readiness of cocoa processing firms ahead of the…

Swiss retailers are introducing chocolate products made with a sunflower seed alternative instead of cocoa, sparking divided opinions among consumers.

Cocoa producers in Ivory Coast are experiencing significant difficulties due to a global fall in cocoa prices, impacting their livelihoods and the national economy.

Data from the exporters' association shows that Ivory Coast's cocoa grind rose by 1.1% year-on-year in February, reflecting activity in the world's largest cocoa producer.

Cocoa farmers in Darso, Ghana, braved heavy rains to petition members of the Minority Caucus in Parliament regarding an ongoing cocoa crisis, marking a dramatic conclusion to the caucus’s week-long tour of cocoa-growing communities.

Four kidnapped cocoa farmers in Ibadan have been released following a coordinated operation by security agencies, which also led to the arrest of suspects.

African cocoa farmers, who produce 70% of the world's cocoa, state that current pricing models fail to protect them from market volatility, leading to financial instability.

Police in Oyo State rescued two representatives of the Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria who were kidnapped at the CRIN nursery site and arrested three suspects involved in the incident.

Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has alleged that high-ranking NDC officials are sending him threatening messages regarding a cocoa farmer outreach, following earlier reports of NDC attempts to disrupt the Minority's engagement event.

Ghana's Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has alleged that the Produce Buying Company (PBC) is experiencing significant financial difficulties, leaving cocoa farmers in a precarious situation.

Morgan Stanley has designated Mondelez (MDLZ) as a top investment pick, citing an easing of pressures related to cocoa prices.

A Member of Parliament for Offinso South Constituency and Ranking Member for the Food, Agriculture and Cocoa Affairs Committee, Dr. Isaac Yaw Opoku, claims the Ghanaian government is planning a second cocoa price cut.

Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Minority Chief Whip, alleges that the Ghanaian government has instructed Licensed Buying Companies to halt cocoa purchases nationwide, a move he claims is causing distress among farmers.

Despite global chocolate demand, a significant crash in cocoa prices has left West African farmers struggling financially, impacting their livelihoods.

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) plans to supply approximately 27,000 motorised spraying machines and 89,000 sets of personal protective equipment (PPE) to cocoa farmers nationwide to enhance their work.

In spring, a wine-drinker’s fancy may well turn to youthful reds from the Loire, made from pinot noir, cabernet franc and even hillside gamays Can wine ever be good for you? The question has surely occurred to most of us after a night on the chȃteau de migraine, especially if we’ve read the increasingly dire warnings on alcohol consumption. Still, as with chocolate, a lot depends on what type of alcohol you drink. After all, a 90% cocoa solids situation is probably going to do less harm than,...

Due to the volatile cocoa market, companies like Hershey are using replacement ingredients such as sugar, oil, milk and nuts Just before Valentine’s Day, Brad Reese bought a bag of Reese’s Unwrapped…

In Bundibugyo, Uganda, the influx of money from cocoa production is paradoxically contributing to an education crisis, suggesting that economic gains are not translating into improved educational outcomes for the region.

Ivory Coast has reportedly sold 400,000 tons of cocoa export contracts for the 2025/26 season, according to sources.

Cocoa prices have fallen to their lowest levels in several years in Norway, sparking hopes for cheaper chocolate among consumers. However, a professor suggests that suppliers may not be quick to reduce retail prices.

Farmers in Ivory Coast report that healthy rains are creating favorable conditions for the country's cocoa mid-crop.

Dr Peter Boamah Otokunor has described alleged mismanagement at the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) under the previous administration as “crimes against humanity” and endorsed calls for the prosecution of those responsible.

Cocoa beans are rotting in Ivory Coast due to a commodity crash, impacting the country's agricultural sector.

Chocolate bars may have shot up in price but West Africa's cocoa farmers are facing economic ruin.

Cocoa farming has emerged as a crucial economic activity, providing a vital source of income and livelihood for communities in Uganda's West Nile region.

The state in Ivory Coast has initiated the purchase of cocoa stocks as a measure to address and resolve the ongoing crisis in the cocoa sector.

Cocoa farmers and purchasing clerks say the money has yet to reach them

Ivory Coast cocoa growers to face 60% price cut on their produce  africanews.com

Ivory Coast's agriculture minister announced a 57% cut in the 2025/26 farmgate cocoa price.

Ivory Coast has assured cocoa farmers that it will continue its program to purchase a residual stock of 100,000 metric tons of cocoa at the guaranteed price, following strike threats.

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has defended his caucus's call for a review of the producer price of cocoa, drawing parallels to the historical example of statesman J.B. Danquah.

With the most impressive vegetable, we make a colorful and nutritious cake. Our favorite cakes are homemade ones, those that are always fluffy and smell of cocoa, vanilla, orange, and butter.

International corporate lawyer Victoria Bright has urged an end to 'cocoa politics' in Ghana, advocating for long-term reforms to protect farmers and secure the future of the cocoa sector.

President John Dramani Mahama has defended government’s decision to revise the cocoa producer price, describing the move as painful but necessary to restore competitiveness and ease acute liquidity pressures in the sector. Delivering the 2026 State of the Nation Address, the President warned that failure to act would have forced the country into additional heavy […]

Cocoa pods became the unexpected focal point of political drama in Parliament on Friday, February 28, as Minority Members staged a symbolic protest moments before the President delivered the State of the Nation Address (SONA).

Ivory Coast Faces 200,000 Tons of Unsold Cocoa Over Price Dispute  Dabafinance

Atlas Commodities Limited has dismissed allegations that it exploited the public appointment of its founding Chief Executive, Ato Boateng, to gain unfair access to state infrastructure, describing such claims as “misleading and mischievous.” In a statement dated February 24, the company said documents in its possession prove that its working relationship with the state-owned Produce Buying Company (PBC) predates Mr Boateng’s appointment as Deputy CEO of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) in Feb...

Ivory Coast plans to advance the start of its cocoa mid-crop season for the first time, allowing the regulator to significantly reduce the price paid to farmers in an effort to boost sales.

Yahya Iddrisu, an award-winning farmer from Susuanho in Tano North, says cashew is beginning to reshape rural life and farmers’ incomes, as climate shocks and a wider downturn continue to weaken Ghana’s cocoa industry.

Brazil has temporarily suspended cocoa imports from Ivory Coast due to phytosanitary concerns, impacting trade between the two nations.

Cocoa buyers in Ghana owe banks up to $750 million, raising fresh liquidity risks for the sector.

A recent survey by Global InfoAnalytics has revealed that most cocoa farmers in Ghana believe the government’s newly announced farmgate price is fair, despite street protests and criticism from opposition politicians. According to the poll, 56% of cocoa farmers said the new price was fair, while only 11% called it unfair, with 33% remaining neutral. The findings come after widespread unrest following the Producer Price Review Committee’s (PPRC) announcement on February 12, 2026, that pegged ...

The world's largest cocoa producer is grappling with a growing crisis as farmers face a significant volume of unsold main crop beans, with an additional 100,000 tons expected by the end of March.

Cocoa clerks and farmers in Ghana's Upper West Akyem Municipality are reporting losses and clerks are facing attacks from farmers following a government-mandated reduction in cocoa prices, which farmers describe as a scam.

The State of Things Every so often, you come across an economic situation so perverse, so utterly divorced from basic market logic, that you have to wonder how it has survived for so long. The case of Ghana’s cocoa sector is a textbook example. Here we have a country that produces some of the world’s finest cocoa—the essential ingredient for a multi-billion dollar global chocolate industry.  Yet the smallholder farmers who are the bedrock of this industry remain trapped in extreme poverty, ma...

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Western North Region has expressed grave concern over the silence of the eight National Democratic Congress (NDC) Members of Parliament from the region, regarding the recent reduction of cocoa price.

Ghana Cocoa Board's Deputy Chief Executive for Finance and Administration, Mr. Ato Boateng, has expressed readiness for investigations into conflict of interest allegations.

Hershey's has modified some of its Reese's candy recipes due to soaring cocoa prices, a change that has drawn disapproval from the grandson of the original Peanut Butter Cup inventor.