Ghana’s cocoa export earnings have surged to $3.9 billion in 2025, more than double the 2024 level, according to Bank of Ghana data.
This significant increase is attributed to higher cocoa prices and volumes on the global market.
The country’s cocoa sector has seen remarkable growth, with earnings reaching $2.47 billion by August 2025, up from $915 million in the same period in 2024.
The government has raised the farmgate price for cocoa to $5,040 per metric ton for the 2025/2026 season, aiming to boost output and curb cross-border smuggling.
Ghana expects cocoa production to exceed 650,000 tons in 2025/26, driven by favorable weather conditions and improved disease management practices.
The increased revenue from cocoa exports is expected to boost the country’s economy and support development initiatives.
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has implemented measures to enhance productivity and sustainability, including initiatives to combat cocoa diseases and improve farmer livelihoods.
