Côte d’Ivoire, also known as Ivory Coast, is the leading producer of cocoa globally. This West African country contributes around 40% of the world’s cocoa production. The cocoa industry in Côte d’Ivoire is vital to its economy, offering jobs and income to millions of individuals engaged in cocoa cultivation and associated tasks.

Other significant cocoa producers include

Ghana, the second-largest producer globally, accounting for approximately 20% of the supply.

Indonesia is also a major player, especially in the Asian market.

Ecuador is renowned for its high-quality flavor cocoa, highly sought after in the chocolate industry.

Nigeria is a key contributor to cocoa production in Africa.