Gov’t to announce new cocoa producer price today
The government is preparing to announce a new producer price for cocoa for the 2026/2027 season, with farmers awaiting details of what they will earn for their beans under the new pricing regime. The announcement comes as efforts intensify to secure funding for the upcoming season and ease liquidity pressures confronting Ghana’s cocoa sector. As […]
The government of Ghana is set to announce a new producer price for cocoa for the 2026/2027 season, as reported by Adom Online. This announcement is crucial for farmers, who are eagerly anticipating the details of their earnings under the new pricing regime. The decision comes amid efforts to secure funding for the upcoming season and alleviate liquidity pressures facing Ghana's cocoa sector.
Discussions have been held between the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) and major international cocoa trading companies in London, focusing on the recently passed Ghana Cocoa Board Act, 2026, a proposed financing framework, and preparations for the new cocoa season. These talks also addressed plans to raise funds through commercial paper and bond financing, as well as liquidity arrangements for the 2026/2027 season.
The new producer price will significantly impact farmer incomes, cocoa purchasing operations, and the financial health of the sector.
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