COCOBOD Strengthens Anti-Smuggling Measures to Protect Ghana’s Cocoa Industry

MAL plans to support rural farmers with shipping services

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) is planning to provide regular shipping services to some of the high producing regions to collect cocoa, coconut and other commodities.This is being done in collaboration with a local shipping provider. A trial is now underway in Makira province.Minister of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) Franklyn Derek Wasi revealed this in Parliament on Tuesday.He was contributing to the Motion to thank His Excel…

COCOBOD Strengthens Anti-Smuggling Measures to Protect Ghana’s Cocoa Industry

Ghana’s cocoa sector, a critical pillar of the country’s economy and a vital source of livelihood for millions of farmers, is under threat from rising cases of cocoa smuggling. In response, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) is intensifying efforts to safeguard the industry by collaborating with Parliament to tighten anti-smuggling laws. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to make cocoa smuggling less attractive and ensure long-term susta…