US EditionIndonesia's cocoa farmers work with businesses to fight the bitter impact of climate change
- Cocoa farmers in Indonesia, including Santoso, are partnering with businesses and organizations to combat climate change, which has affected cocoa prices significantly.
- In 2024, cocoa prices reached about US$12,000 per ton due to farmers switching to other crops.
- Krakakoa has trained over 1,000 cocoa farmers, leading to improved practices and access to cooperative loans.
- Rajendra Aryal, the FAO's country director for Indonesia, expressed hope that ongoing collaboration will enhance opportunities for farmers in the cocoa sector.
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Indonesia's cocoa farmers fight bitter impact of climate change
TANJUNG REJO, Indonesia — The loud whirr of a chainsaw sounds through the forest as a small group of farmers gathers around a tree filled with red seed pods. With one slow stroke, a severed knobby branch hits the ground. “Now it will help the tree grow new fruit,” farmer Tari Santoso says with a
Indonesia's cocoa farmers work with businesses, NGOs to fight bitter impact of climate change
TANJUNG REJO, Indonesia: The loud whirr of a chainsaw sounds through the forest as a small group of farmers gathers around a tree filled with red seed pods. With one slow stroke, a severed knobby branch hits the ground. “Now it will help the tree grow new fruit,” farmer Tari Santoso says with a smile.
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Indonesia's cocoa farmers work with businesses to fight the bitter impact of climate change
Thousands of cocoa farmers across Indonesia are working with businesses and other organizations to protect their crops against the bitter impacts of climate change.
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