Côte d’Ivoire has pledged to uphold cocoa farmer income agreements despite falling production. Honorary Consul Dr. Daithí Murchú said the country remains committed to the Living Income Differential (LID).
The scheme, launched in 2019 with Ghana, adds $400 per ton to boost farmer earnings. Cocoa grindings dropped 31% in July to 39,301 tons due to poor bean quality and low mid-crop volumes. Overall grindings this season are down 4% compared to last year. Arrivals at Abidjan and San Pedro ports were also 30% lower than in 2024.
Experts warn output may fall from over 2 million tons to 1.6 million in 2025/26. Climate change, old plantations, and disease are driving the decline.
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