Gov’t Sets 2026/27 Cocoa Producer Price at GH¢2,650 Per Bag, Up From GH¢2,587
Operational Context & Industry Breakdown
The decision was formalized by COCOBOD in consultation with key industry stakeholders, including the Ministry of Finance, local farmer associations, and licensed buying companies (LBCs). Alongside the price floor, COCOBOD reiterated its commitment to supporting productivity enhancement programs, pest control initiatives, and full rollout of the Ghana Cocoa Traceability System to maintain export standards across growing regions.
| Metric | Previous Season (2025/2026) | New Season (2026/2027) |
| Price per 64kg Bag | GH¢2,587.00 | GH¢2,650.00 |
| Price per Metric Tonne | GH¢41,392.00 | GH¢42,400.00 |
| FOB Share Realized | ~70% | 71.18% |