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World’s Cocoa Powerhouses: West Africa Leads the Way
World’s Cocoa Powerhouses: West Africa Leads the Way
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Thriving in hot, humid climates near the equator, cocoa is vital to millions of smallholder farmers but faces challenges like deforestation, child labor, low... 21.04.2025, Sputnik Africa
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Did you know that nearly 65% of the world’s cocoa beans come from just four West African countries?Here’s how it breaks down: Check Sputnik's infographic to find out who the other notable cocoa producers are!
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World’s Cocoa Powerhouses: West Africa Leads the Way
Thriving in hot, humid climates near the equator, cocoa is vital to millions of smallholder farmers but faces challenges like deforestation, child labor, low incomes, pests, and climate change.
Did you know that nearly 65% of the world’s cocoa beans come from just four West African countries?
Here’s how it breaks down:
1.
Cote d’Ivoire: 38% — Over 1 million tonnes
2.
Ghana: 12% — Over 700,000 tonnes
3.
Nigeria: 7% — Over 300,000 tonnes
4.
Cameroon: 7% — Over 260,000 tonnes
5.
The rest of the world: 35%
Check Sputnik's infographic to find out who the other notable cocoa producers are!
