The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has maintained the producer price of cocoa for the 2026 Light Crop Season despite a decline in international cocoa prices, a move aimed at protecting farmers from volatility on the global market.
In a statement announcing the start of the light crop purchasing season on June 18, 2026, COCOBOD said cocoa farmers will continue to receive the same rates paid during the main crop season.
Under the approved pricing structure, farmers will earn GH¢1,241.76 per 30kg load of Grade I and II cocoa beans, while the producer price per 64kg bag remains GH¢2,587.00. This translates into GH¢41,392.00 per tonne, equivalent to 16 bags.
The announcement was contained in a circular signed by Dr Francis Baah, Deputy Chief Executive in charge of Agronomy and Quality Control at COCOBOD.
According to the Board, the decision reflects government’s commitment to safeguarding the incomes and livelihoods of cocoa farmers amid fluctuations in global commodity markets.
By maintaining the current producer price, COCOBOD said it aims to provide stability and confidence for farmers as they prepare for the new season.
The pricing directive has been communicated to Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs), industry stakeholders and relevant government institutions to ensure a smooth commencement of cocoa purchases.
Cocoa remains one of Ghana’s most important export commodities, supporting millions of farmers and contributing significantly to foreign exchange earnings. The sector, however, continues to face challenges including climate change, disease outbreaks and unstable global prices.
COCOBOD’s latest decision is expected to cushion farmers from these pressures while helping to sustain production and livelihoods across cocoa-growing communities.
