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Cocoa farmers in the Western Region are calling on the government to raise the cocoa price from GH₵2,700 to GH₵6,000 for the 2024/2025 season, which begins in October. This demand is based on the need to align the local price with global market values.
At a press conference held at the Tarkwa Community Centre, Nana Boakye Thomas, the Huni Valley District Chief Farmer, expressed frustration over what he described as government neglect. He highlighted that the pension scheme for cocoa farmers, promised decades ago, remains unimplemented, leaving many without financial security.
Thomas also criticized the government’s provision of inadequate inputs and the poor condition of cocoa roads. He urged for immediate improvements to address the pressing issues faced by farmers, stressing that their current suffering necessitates urgent action.
For further details, contact:
– Nana Boakye Thomas, Huni Valley District Chief Farmer: 0242531138
– Elder Peter Addoteye, Tarkwa District Co-operative Union Chairman: 0242562884
– Mr. Stephenson Anane Boateng, National President, Ghana National Cocoa Farmers Association (GNACOFA): 0246363397
– Nana Frank Appiah, Tarkwa District Chief Farmer: 0534533521
– Mr. John Aggrey, Secretary of Huni Valley District Farmers: 0243339486
– Nana Owusu Acheanpong, Huni Valley District Co-operative Union Chairman: 0243852751
– Mr. Solomon Ankomah, Wasa Damang Chief Farmer: 027500114
– Nana Kwabena Danso, Prestea District Chief Farmer: 0243412786
