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The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has announced that it will keep the producer price of cocoa unchanged for the 2025/26 Light Crop Season, even though international cocoa prices are currently falling.
In a statement signed by the Deputy Chief Executive for Agronomy and Quality Control, Dr. Francis Baah, COCOBOD confirmed that purchases for the 2026 Light Crop Season will begin on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
Under the new pricing arrangement, farmers will continue to receive GH¢1,241.76 per 30-kilogram load of Grade I and Grade II cocoa beans, which translates to GH¢25,070 per tonne and GH¢2,587 per 64-kilogram bag.
The Board explained that the decision is intended to protect the incomes and livelihoods of cocoa farmers and to shield them from volatility in the global cocoa market. It added that maintaining the current price is part of efforts to ensure stability in the cocoa sector and boost farmer confidence ahead of the new season.
COCOBOD noted that the pricing decision was reached after consultations with key stakeholders, including Licensed Buying Companies, government agencies, and industry players, to ensure a smooth start to the season.
The Board reaffirmed its commitment to supporting cocoa farmers and sustaining production, describing the cocoa sector as a vital contributor to Ghana’s export earnings and rural livelihoods.
