Ghana Cocoa Board plans military support to enhance anti-cocoa smuggling efforts.

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has announced plans to enhance anti-cocoa smuggling efforts, enlisting military support due to rising smuggling cases. CEO Joseph Boahen Aidoo emphasized the military's role in protecting the cocoa export industry and ensuring compliance with international standards. COCOBOD will sponsor a national anti-smuggling campaign and is prepared for upcoming EU deforestation regulations with a traceability system for cocoa products.

September 11, 2024
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