World Cocoa Foundation

Brazil’s bold plan to double cocoa production to 400,000 tonnes by 2030 is realistic, says Chris Vincent, WCF's President in a Reuters article. Thanks to high prices, productivity improvements, and initiatives like #InovaCacau2030 and CocoaAction Brasil, with the support from Nestlé, Barry Callebaut Group, Cargill, and Mondelēz International, Brazil is on track to reclaim a larger role in global cocoa production. Pedro Paulo de Faria Ronca, Director of CocoaAction Brasil, highlights the potential to triple yields through better practices, with some farms already achieving over 1,000 kilos per hectare. Expansion into new areas like Bahia and Tocantins is happening sustainably, without deforestation, diversifying income for farmers. 🌱 With strategic investment and collaboration, Brazil could soon shift from a net importer to a major exporter! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dwqEgyJv

World Cocoa Foundation participated in the 9th edition of the National Cocoa and Chocolate Days (JNCC 2024) organised by Le Conseil du Café Cacao in Côte d'Ivoire. During the event, Youssouf N'DJORÉ, our Country Director for Côte d'Ivoire, took part in panel discussions, including one where he shared insights on farmers’ living conditions. We had the honour of interacting with the Ivorian Minister of Agriculture M. Kobenan Kouassi Adjoumani, who visited us at our booth. We also engaged with Michel Arrion, the Executive Director of the International Cocoa Organization (ICCO), nurturing important dialogues about the future of the cocoa sector. Additionally, we discussed how we are actively supporting our members in navigating and implementing the regulation to ensure compliance, in a presentation on the new WCF Deforestation Risk Assessment methodology, in view of the upcoming EU Deforestation Regulation (#EUDR). Particularly gratifying were the interactions with many farmers, including some remarkable women who are playing an increasingly important role in capturing value for producers and accelerating the structuring of the cooperative movement. This was genuine women empowerment at play. #SustainableCocoa #FarmerIncome #WomenEmpowerment

Il y a de cela une semaine, nous etions à la veille des JNCC 2024. Dès samedi matin, top départ pour 3 jours intenses d'échanges directs au stand World Cocoa Foundation ou dans les allées de l'exposition, de discussions en panel, de découverte sur le potentiel infini du cacao. Nous avons pu expliquer comment accompagner nos entreprises membres pour la conformité avec le RDUE, évoquer le bilan et les perspectives de l'action collaborative nécessaire à l'amélioration des conditions de vie des producteurs et discuter d'une approche novatrice d'évaluation du revenu des ménages de cacaoculteurs, le tout dans une ambiance parfumée au chocolat et au café 🙂. C'était très encourageant de voir des leaders de coopératives engagés pour la professionnalisation du secteur. Mention spéciale à toutes ces femmes qui prennent avec efficacité une place de plus en plus importante dans la chaîne de valeur du cacao, à la tête de coopératives et d'entreprises de transformation du cacao. Bravo à toute l'équipe WCF! Vivement les JNCC 2025! #sustainablecocoa #womenempowerment #RDUE #LivingIncome

Collaboration between governments, companies and organisations is key to addressing deforestation, poverty, and climate change while driving positive change in the cocoa sector. USAID’s HEARTH Initiative uses public-private partnerships to conserve biodiversity, support cocoa farming communities, and promote eco-friendly agricultural practices in 12 countries. Swipe through to learn more about the power of public-private partnerships and how they promote a #SustainableCocoa future! https://lnkd.in/eYiyVHQJ

We are happy to welcome Wisdom Tahn Konwuruk as the new Cocoa & Forests Initiative and Environment Manager for WCF in Ghana! With over 9 years of experience in sustainable agriculture, agroforestry, and climate-smart practices, Wisdom will lead the charge in advancing WCF’s mission to promote sustainable cocoa production while protecting forests. Get to know Wisdom: https://lnkd.in/eXDHxSyE 

Join us at the webinar on the "Cocoa Household Income Study (CHIS) Methodology" organised by the Alliance on Living Income (ALICO). Discover how this sector-wide collaboration sets standards to enhance farmers' livelihoods.

From 28-30 September, Côte d'Ivoire will host the 9th edition of the National Cocoa and Chocolate Days, organised by the Le Conseil du Café Cacao. Youssouf N'DJORÉ, Country Director Côte d’Ivoire, and the WCF team will be on the ground, ready to discuss our ongoing efforts, achievements and vision for the future. Don’t miss: ✅ Panel Discussions: WCF joins key stakeholders to assess progress and tackle challenges in improving cocoa farmers' living conditions. ✅ Exhibition Booth: Explore WCF initiatives, meet the team, and discuss cocoa’s economic, social, and environmental issues. ✅ EUDR Focus: Learn about WCF’s support for industry compliance with EUDR at our booth, on Monday, Sept 30, 11:00 AM GMT. And more! Visit us at our booth at Parc d'Exposition d'Abidjan – we look forward to connecting! #JNCC2024 #SustainableCocoa

👉 83% cocoa traceability in Ghana and 82% in Côte d'Ivoire 👉 43M tree seedlings distributed to farmers 👉 $5M carbon reduction payments* The 2023 #CocoaAndForests Initiative (CFI) country reports are here. Despite a challenging year for cocoa, companies and governments remain committed to #SustainableCocoa and reforestation. As farmers face the hardest impacts, this collaboration is more vital than ever. Dive into the full reports here: https://lnkd.in/epNmCnhF In partnership with IDH *The amount was updated

WCF President Chris Vincent is in Brazil, meeting with CocoaAction Brasil and other key partners to witness firsthand the progress in local cocoa farming. What was on the agenda? ✅ Visited Belterra Agroforestry’s large-scale agroforestry systems in Camamu (BA), where the agroforestry systems transform degraded lands with cocoa. ✅ Discussed agroforestry as a tool for degraded areas with Luiz Eduardo Quintella, New Business Director at Belterra. ✅ Visited a small farmer Jaques, who has boosted his cocoa yield to 3,000 kilos per hectare with the help of SENAR’s ATeG program. ✅ Met with Ceplac's researchers on genetic improvement projects. Stay tuned for more. #WCFPM 2025 Brazil

We are looking for passionate communications professionals to join our team! If you’re driven by sustainability and ready to help tell the story of cocoa farming transformation, we have exciting opportunities available across different roles: 🔹 Senior Communications Manager 🔹 Senior Communications Associate - Content Manager 🔹 Communications Associate - Communications & Event Specialist We are committed to making an impact in accelerating sustainability in the cocoa sector globally, shaping public narratives, driving engagement and collaborating with industry, governments and civil society. Apply now! https://lnkd.in/eKPDA63x