Government to announce reforms to revamp cocoa sector, boost farmer payments

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has promised comprehensive reforms to reset Ghana’s cocoa industry, citing delays in payments to farmers and a need to boost local value addition. Speaking at a meeting with cocoa processors ahead of a press briefing on Thursday, February 12, Dr Forson said the reforms aim to create a more resilient, value-driven cocoa sector.


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