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Discover featured articles highlighting innovation, progress and the latest news from the cocoa sector, WCF and its members.
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New Cocoa Deforestation Risk Methodology Published
Deforestation Risk Assessment Methodology
WCF and the Alliance publish new cocoa deforestation risk guidance to improve transparency, consistency and evidence-based assessment across supply chains.ArticleJuly 8, 2026 -
Standards, data and the cost of protecting forests
Deforestation Risk Assessment Methodology
What would make environmental commitments strong enough to change conditions in the landscapes where cocoa is produced?ArticleJune 29, 2026 -
Farmer economics decide supply chain resilience
Enabling Environments
Drawing on insights from the ISEAL Global Sustainability Symposium, Dr. Coffie Mawuli explains why cocoa resilience begins with farm economics.ArticleJune 16, 2026 -
Engaging the Next Generation in Cocoa
News & Resources
As the sector evolves, connecting young people with real opportunities in innovation, value creation and leadership will shape how cocoa…ArticleApril 29, 2026 -
Partnership Meeting 2026 Review: Strengthening Delivery in a Changing Cocoa Landscape
Partnership Meeting
Two weeks after the Partnership Meeting in Amsterdam, the same themes keep resurfacing in follow-up calls and corridor conversations.ArticleMarch 5, 2026 -
Towards a Global Standard for Deforestation Risk Assessment in Cocoa
Reverse deforestation
WCF, Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT launch a globally recognised Standard Method for Deforestation Risk Assessment (DRA).ArticleOctober 28, 2025 -
Cocoa & Forests Initiative Reports Record Progress in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
CFI 2024 reports show record progress in forest restoration, traceability, and farmer resilience in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire.ArticleOctober 17, 2025 -
Exploring the first ever greenhouse gas accounting methodology for the cocoa sector
Carbon strategy
WCF unveils a new sector-wide GHG accounting method, helping cocoa companies meet climate reporting rules and drive aligned, science-based decarbonization.ArticleSeptember 30, 2025 -
Rise of the Cacaobots: How AI is Transforming Cocoa Farming
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Tech, research and smarter farming are reshaping cocoa, boosting resilience, yields and sustainability while attracting a new generation to the…ArticleAugust 26, 2025 -
Improving livelihoods through VSLAs. One community at a time.
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
J.H. Whittaker’s supports Ghana cocoa farmers via CFI, using VSLAs to boost livelihoods, protect forests, and improve community resilience.ArticleJune 27, 2025 -
How VSLAs helped Bernadette N'guessan build a new future
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
Blommer’s 479 VSLAs empower 13,600+ members (74% women). In Côte d’Ivoire, Bernadette built independence and a thriving business through savings.ArticleJune 25, 2025 -
Meet Samgoule Babadara and Learn About His Agroforestry Transformation in Ghana
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
As part of its Cocoa for Generations strategy, Mars is partnering across the cocoa supply chain to help create lasting,…ArticleJune 20, 2025 -
How Agroforestry is Helping Farmers Like Ibrahim Restore Forests and Improve Cocoa Yields
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
As part of the Cocoa & Forests Initiative, ECOM advances sustainable cocoa production through integrated agroforestry, forest conservation, and strengthened…ArticleJune 16, 2025 -
How Isha Amankwa Is Using Better Farming Practices to Grow More Than Cocoa
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
As part of the Cocoa & Forests Initiative, General Mills supports sustainable cocoa production by advancing agroforestry, forest restoration and…ArticleJune 13, 2025 -
From Trees to Trust: Building Community Forest Governance in Nigeria’s Biodiversity Hotspots
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In the early morning haze of Ondo’s cocoa belt, farmers walk familiar paths to groves where cocoa trees have stood…ArticleJune 12, 2025 -
The Future of Traceability in Cocoa: A Conversation with WCF President Chris Vincent
News & Resources
At the Malaysian International Cocoa Conference (May 26), WCF President Chris Vincent delivered a keynote on the status and future…ArticleJune 11, 2025 -
For My Children and Grandchildren: How Cocoa Farmers like Damoue are Replanting Trees to Secure Their Farms' Future
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
As part of the Cocoa & Forests Initiative, Cargill supports sustainable cocoa production by promoting agroforestry and forest restoration in…ArticleJune 11, 2025 -
How Agroforestry is Helping Farmers Like Koffi Protect Forests and Boost Yields
Cocoa & Forests Initiative
As part of the Cocoa & Forests Initiative, Sucden continues to support sustainable cocoa production through agroforestry and forest restoration…ArticleJune 6, 2025 -
Speaking the Same Language: How Standardised Data Can Transform Cocoa Sustainability
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As sustainability regulations shift from policy to practice, the cocoa sector faces a critical challenge -ArticleApril 25, 2025 -
The EU Omnibus: Three things to know and three questions to ask when it comes to cocoa
News & Resources
At the end of February, the European Commission introduced a sweeping set of revisions to upcoming sustainability reporting and due…ArticleMarch 14, 2025 -
Partnership Meeting Preview: Advancing Modern Farming Innovations
Partnership Meeting
It’s no secret that global cocoa is facing productivity challenges, as farmers confront climate change, plant diseases and aging trees.ArticleFebruary 7, 2025 -
Five things to know about cocoa GHG emissions and one activity with great potential for sequestering carbon
Carbon strategy
Measuring greenhouse gas emissions from cocoa is key to meeting sustainability commitments. Now, it is a regulatory requirement for companies…ArticleFebruary 5, 2025 -
‘We are creating a movement’: How the Atenea programme in Colombia is elevating female cocoa growers to an international stage
Partnership Meeting
Nine female cocoa growers from rural Colombia, part of Atenea by Cordillera Chocolates, debuted as confident entrepreneurs at Bogotá’s top…ArticleJanuary 12, 2025 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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
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Engaging the Next Generation in Cocoa
News & Resources
As the sector evolves, connecting young people with real opportunities in innovation, value creation and leadership will shape how cocoa…ArticleApril 29, 2026 -
World Cocoa Foundation confirms leadership continuity as refined strategy moves into delivery
News & Resources
The World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) today confirmed that its President, Chris Vincent, informed the WCF Board in the summer of…Press releaseFebruary 25, 2026 -
World Cocoa Foundation Appoints Suzanne Blake to Strengthen Strategic Partnerships at Critical Moment for Cocoa Sector
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Press releaseFebruary 12, 2026 -
Global Cocoa Leaders Convene in Amsterdam as World Cocoa Foundation Launches Refined Strategy
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Press releaseJanuary 30, 2026 -
Rise of the Cacaobots: How AI is Transforming Cocoa Farming
News & Resources
Tech, research and smarter farming are reshaping cocoa, boosting resilience, yields and sustainability while attracting a new generation to the…ArticleAugust 26, 2025 -
From Trees to Trust: Building Community Forest Governance in Nigeria’s Biodiversity Hotspots
News & Resources
In the early morning haze of Ondo’s cocoa belt, farmers walk familiar paths to groves where cocoa trees have stood…ArticleJune 12, 2025 -
The Future of Traceability in Cocoa: A Conversation with WCF President Chris Vincent
News & Resources
At the Malaysian International Cocoa Conference (May 26), WCF President Chris Vincent delivered a keynote on the status and future…ArticleJune 11, 2025 -
Speaking the Same Language: How Standardised Data Can Transform Cocoa Sustainability
News & Resources
As sustainability regulations shift from policy to practice, the cocoa sector faces a critical challenge -ArticleApril 25, 2025 -
WCF publishes first ever assessment revealing accuracy of key maps cocoa companies rely on for environmental compliance
News & Resources
The World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) and the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT have assessed the most commonly used maps…Press releaseApril 17, 2025 -
Première évaluation indépendante de l’exactitude des cartes du cacao pour la conformité environnementale
News & Resources
Première évaluation WCF : fiabilité des cartes du cacao vérifiée pour renforcer conformité environnementale et durabilité du secteur.Press releaseApril 17, 2025 -
WCF Summit in Brazil marks new era of resilience for the cocoa sector
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The World Cocoa Foundation's (WCF) largest-ever Partnership Meeting, from 19-20 March 2025, underscored the need for radical collaboration across the…Press releaseMarch 25, 2025 -
The EU Omnibus: Three things to know and three questions to ask when it comes to cocoa
News & Resources
At the end of February, the European Commission introduced a sweeping set of revisions to upcoming sustainability reporting and due…ArticleMarch 14, 2025 -
Cocoa Leaders Unite to Embrace Innovation in the Face of Unprecedented Challenges at WCF Partnership Meeting
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At a time of mounting global instability, the World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) Partnership Meeting from 19-20 March will convene global…Press releaseFebruary 20, 2025 -
Unlocking Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) for Sustainable Cocoa Production
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Guest blog from USAID’s ‘Health, Ecosystem and Agriculture for Resilient, Thriving Societies’ (HEARTH) portfolio.ArticleOctober 1, 2024
