Cocoa and chocolate from Côte d’Ivoire and Africa
LatestCocoa in Côte d’Ivoire: Price of CFA 1,200/kg Confirms the Sector’s DownturnCocoa is not a mere agricultural commodity for Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana; it is an economic and political issue of paramount importance. These two West African nations are the main players in…
The cocoa sector in Côte d'Ivoire is much more than a mere component of its economy; it is its "lifeblood", deeply rooted in the daily lives of farmers, industrialists, politicians and…
The global cocoa industry is a vast and complex network, stretching from millions of smallholder farmers in tropical regions to multinational companies that make a wide range of chocolate…
The "bean-to-bar" model represents a paradigm shift in chocolate making, emphasising the maker's control over the whole production process, from…
Cocoa is of paramount importance to Côte d'Ivoire, which stands out as the undisputed world leader in its production and export. The country contributes significantly to world supply…
Theobroma cacao, commonly called the cacao tree, is a cornerstone of the global economy, supporting a multi-billion-dollar confectionery industry. Its seeds, the cocoa beans, are the raw…
The global cocoa sector faces persistent, complex challenges, notably widespread farmer poverty, the prevalence of child labour and forced labour, and environmental degradation…
