News & Resources
Discover featured articles highlighting innovation, progress and the latest news from the cocoa sector, WCF and its members.
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Talking progress on deforestation monitoring with an expert from the European Forest Institute
Deforestation Risk Assessment Methodology
The European Forest Institute (EFI) is an international research body supporting policy on forests and sustainable value chains across Europe…ArticleDecember 2, 2024 -
Through village savings groups, farmers benefit from financial tools and improved household dynamics alike
Farmer income
The VSLA Plus Project Initiative supports Ghanaian cocoa farmers, with CARE’s VSLA model and gender training empowering women in decision-making.ArticleDecember 2, 2024 -
In Brazil, a wave of fresh ideas is paving the way for a cocoa comeback
Partnership Meeting
The country has ambitious plans to increase production and a lot to contribute to the global discussion – including at…ArticleNovember 12, 2024 -
A proposed delay to EUDR: What it means for the cocoa sector
The European Union introduced its EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), a strict traceability and due diligence framework and has now proposed…ArticleOctober 30, 2024 -
Africa’s sustainable cocoa standard: 3 things to know about ARS-1000
The African Regional Standard for Sustainable Cocoa is an important framework currently being implemented for cocoa grown in African countries…ArticleOctober 30, 2024 -
CFI’s oversight committee in Ghana charts a course toward tomorrow
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
The Cocoa & Forests Initiative (CFI) seeks to address the systemic challenge of deforestation linked to cocoa and the restoration…ArticleOctober 30, 2024 -
Wisdom Tahn Konwuruk joins WCF as CFI and Environment Manager for Ghana
Team
WCF is excited to welcome Wisdom as the new Cocoa & Forests Initiative and Environment Manager for Ghana.ArticleOctober 1, 2024 -
Unlocking Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) for Sustainable Cocoa Production
News & Resources
Guest blog from USAID’s ‘Health, Ecosystem and Agriculture for Resilient, Thriving Societies’ (HEARTH) portfolio.ArticleOctober 1, 2024 -
Four signs of progress from CFI country reports – and how WCF is supporting the next steps
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
The Cocoa & Forests Initiative (CFI) is the first and largest sector-wide public-private partnership for the cocoa sector.ArticleSeptember 26, 2024 -
CocoaAction Brasil: trabalhando por meio de parcerias para mais prosperidade no cacau
CocoaAction Brasil
No Brasil, a colaboração com um consórcio do governo está permitindo a transformação da cacauicultura na Bahia.ArticleSeptember 2, 2024 -
CocoaAction Brasil: Building farmer prosperity through partnership
CocoaAction Brasil
In the South American country, collaboration with a government consortium is allowing cocoa to blossom in Bahia.ArticleAugust 29, 2024 -
In Abidjan, CFI steering committee sets its sight on the future
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
The Cocoa & Forests Initiative stakeholders gather in Abidjan to combat deforestation in cocoa production and drive forest restoration through…ArticleJuly 28, 2024 -
A carbon accounting expert shares how a new standard will benefit cocoa companies
Reverse deforestation
Heated debate continues across the private sector and within scientific organizations about what should count when it comes to measuring…ArticleJuly 28, 2024 -
Three reasons experts are excited about a new way to measure cocoa farmers’ incomes
Cocoa Household Income Study Methodology
When it comes to cocoa farmers’ incomes, there are many different ways to measure them.ArticleJuly 28, 2024 -
The Nexus Between Business and Development: A Conversation with WCF’s Mawuli Coffie, Ghana Country Director
Team
Mawuli Coffie serves as Country Director for WCF’s Ghana Office, having joined the organization earlier this year.ArticleJuly 28, 2024 -
Save the Date: WCFPM25
ArticleJuly 1, 2024 -
CFI lessons learned in 2023: Achievements and takeaways from signatory companies
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
Here’s a look at what a few companies learned last year, what they’re proudest of achieving and where they’re focused…ArticleJune 27, 2024 -
Counting carbon: How a philosophical change at SBTi could affect the cocoa sector
If a tree is protected in the forest and no one is there to hear it, does it still count…ArticleJune 26, 2024 -
CFI lessons learned in 2023: Going beyond individual efforts to a more holistic approach
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
To drive systemic change in a complex environment, you can’t do it alone.ArticleMay 29, 2024 -
Hannah Ward joins World Cocoa Foundation as Director of Environment
Team
WCF is thrilled to welcome Hannah Ward as its new Director of Environment.ArticleMay 16, 2024 -
Trainings in waste management, weed management & harvest practices
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
I am a farmer from Gyampawuah society in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. My name is Joyce Afrifa, I am…ArticleMay 14, 2024 -
"It is important for us because we must come together to bring back the forest."
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
"It is important for us because we must come together to bring back the forest."ArticleMay 14, 2024 -
Charles Agyei's experience with agroforestry
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
My name is Charles Agyei from Aggreso Society in the Ashanti Region of Ghana.ArticleMay 14, 2024 -
Payment for Ecosystem Services - Cultivating Sustainability
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
“I am inspired by the rapid positive changes observed on my farm and I hope to continue on this journey…ArticleMay 14, 2024 -
Losing the Plot: The Impact of Illegal Mining on Cocoa Communities
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
Illegal mining devastated Dinkyiea's cocoa production by causing deforestation and land degradation. Efforts to reforest the land offer hope for…ArticleMay 14, 2024 -
“This year, we are hoping to receive 700 additional multipurpose tree seedlings"
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
“This year, we are hoping to receive 700 additional multipurpose tree seedlings to plant in our farms and the community."ArticleMay 14, 2024 -
“I like trees."
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
“I like trees. You can use them as shade, you can use them to treat many illnesses and if you…ArticleMay 13, 2024 -
The Power of Data: How a standardized method for collecting data on cocoa farmer incomes will improve lives
Cocoa Household Income Study Methodology
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Cocoa sectors’ quest for a living income for smallholder farmers though a trilogy of panel debates
‘Why are we stuck in our quest for a living income for smallholder farmers?’ArticleApril 29, 2024 -
2024 Partnership Meeting Summary Report
Partnership Meeting
The global cocoa sector stands at an inflection point, as sustainability efforts, regulatory reforms, and supply and demand dynamics combine…ArticleMarch 28, 2024
