Hershey makes record payments of up to $600 to Ivorian cocoa farmers through its income accelerator program

ABIDJAN, Côte d’Ivoire, 04 July 2024 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/ Hershey, the American chocolate giant, has reached a major milestone in its quest for more sustainable and equitable cocoa supply chains. The company has announced incentive payments to over 1,400 farmers as part of its flagship “Income Accelerator program”, an innovative five-year initiative aimed at radically transforming the …

Cultivating Hope: Ivorian Cocoa Farmers' Path to Empowerment

afdb.org - 24/Jun 00:00

On a misty morning in rural Cote d’Ivoire, Delphine Papo deviates from her usual routine. Instead of trekking 4 kilometers through the fog to her...

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rawstory.com - 25/Jun 11:06

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Samsung expects profits to jump by more than 1,400%

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The South Korean tech giant is benefiting from the AI boom which has lifted the prices of advanced chips.

Kaduna Housing Exhibition: Unpacking Governor Uba Sani’s 7 Flagship Projects

politicstoday.ng - 02/Jul 07:26

In a groundbreaking milestone, Kaduna State has made history by hosting its first-ever Housing Exhibition, showcasing the government’s commitment to...

From Bean to Bar: The Fascinating Journey of Crafting Gourmet Chocolate

imcgrupo.com - 09:53

Embark on a journey through the captivating process of crafting gourmet chocolate, from humble cocoa beans to sumptuous chocolate bars that delight...

Ghana’s cocoa farmers turn to smuggling as currency falls

taipeitimes.com - 30/Jun 00:00

‘Everyone loves chocolate’: Cocoa fiends flock to chocolate festival

smh.com.au - 09:26

Chocoholics headed to Abbotsford Convent to give thanks for chocolate.

A’Ibom Govt Urges Cocoa Farmers to Adopt Good Agronomic Practices

agronigeria.ng - 26/Jun 13:00

The Akwa Ibom Government through the Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr Offiong Offor has implored all cocoa farmers in the state...