Cocoa is a key export commodity for Ghana
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing timely and continuous fertilizer supplies to cocoa farmers across the country, aiming to boost yields and strengthen the cocoa sector.
Jerome K. Sam, Head of Public Affairs at COCOBOD, emphasised that the timely provision of farming inputs is critical to the sector’s success.
COCOBOD addressed farmers’ concerns during a meeting organised by the Cocoa, Coffee, and Sheanut Farmers Association (COCOSHE) in Kumasi on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
Representing COCOBOD’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr Randy Abbey, Jerome Sam assured farmers that their grievances would be compiled and addressed.
“We have taken all their concerns. As major stakeholders, it’s our duty to compile their grievances and ensure they are addressed,” he said.
He added, “The farmers had expressed concerns about the supply of fertilizers, which COCOBOD is already working to address.”
Jerome Sam also highlighted the government’s commitment to improving cocoa production through close collaboration with industry stakeholders.
“They raised issues related to their work, for instance, calling on the government to supply more fertilizers, something COCOBOD is already working to achieve,” he noted.
