The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has reviewed downward the target for the new crop season which begins today by 19.8 percent due to the unprecedented dry spell witnessed this year.
Chief Executive of COCOBOD, Joseph Boahen Aidoo disclosed that harsh weather conditions have made it difficult for most farmers in the Bono and Western North regions to have a successful planting season.
He said COCOBOD initially projected 810,000 metric tonnes but has reviewed it to 650,000 metric tonnes.
This is occasioned by the unusual dry spell in the West African sub region. Mr. Boahen Aidoo said there are plans in place to boost production in the next six years by producing over 200,000 metric tonnes of cocoa beans.
He assured farmers that measures have been initiated to replace old trees that are unable to flower. Mr. Boahen Aidoo was optimistic that all measures outlined will yield positive results in the medium term.
Source: myjoyonline
