Posts Tagged: #CocoaProduction
COFAAA pledges commitment to improving welfare of cocoa farmers in Africa
In a bold move to reform Africa’s cocoa sector, the Cocoa Farmers Alliance Association of Africa (COFAAA) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting economic justice, sustainable innovation, and farmer empowerment. At its maiden global webinar,
Enugu unveils 20-hectare pilot cocoa plantation
The Enugu State Government has joined forces with WhiteRabbit Agro Limited, a private investor, to establish a large-scale cocoa plantation aimed at driving both production and processing in the region. This strategic partnership aligns with
Kogi govt urged to focus more on agriculture
The Executive Director of the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN), Dr. Patrick Adebola, has commended Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for his administration’s strides in governance, infrastructure, and human resource development. He noted
Ekiti Offers 50% Subsidy To Farmers On Cocoa, Cashew, Oil Palm Seedlings
Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has approved a 50% subsidy on oil palm, cocoa, and cashew seedlings to boost tree crop production during the current planting season. The initiative, led by the Commissioner for
Cocoa: How Nigeria can overtake Ivory Coast, Ghana before 2026
Nigeria has the potential to double its premium cocoa bean production and surpass Ivory Coast and Ghana by 2026, provided smallholder farmers receive support from cocoa-producing state governments to implement year-round irrigation nationwide. Currently ranked
News Review: RETOOLING THE ECONOMY THROUGH AGRICULTURE (ThisDay)
According to ThisDay Newspaper, Governor Bassey Otu’s strategic initiatives to harness the agricultural potential of Cross River State are a pivotal development for the agri-food sector. By focusing on key commodities like cocoa, palm oil,
Cocoa, Oil Palm Projects In Cross River To Gulp $55m
“The World Bank, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and other partners, has allocated $5 million for cocoa production and $50 million for palm fruit cultivation projects in Cross River State. Originally
C/River Govt In Dilemma Over 32 Hectares Abonita Cocoa Plots
“In Cross River State, a dispute has arisen over ownership of 32 hectares of cocoa lands in Abonita community, Etung LGA. Initially ceded to Chief Ogar Assam’s family by the state government, a withdrawal was
